#Ol’.Evil.Eye. #Gate.Keeper. #Head.Ass.

The speaker discusses a workplace situation involving a self-appointed “gatekeeper” of office snacks. The summary of the event is as follows:

• The Conflict: A coworker frequently bakes and brings treats to the office for everyone to share. Another coworker, who dislikes the frequency of these treats, confronted the baker.
• The Motivations: The complaining coworker claimed the daily treats were “excessive” and tempted her to eat unhealthily. She also asserted, without proof, that her other coworkers shared her feelings but lacked the “willpower” to speak up.
• The Confrontation: The complaining coworker told the baker that she should only bring her “best creation” once a week instead of sharing daily. The speaker notes that the woman assumed this role of “gatekeeper” without being asked to speak for anyone else.
• The Outcome: The rest of the office reacted negatively to the complaint, which surprised the gatekeeper.
• The Speaker’s Perspective: The speaker characterizes the complaining coworker as a “joy jacker”—someone who feels the need to drain happiness from the office environment. The speaker suggests that people like this often secretly enjoy the treats they publicly condemn and are generally competitive or jealous of others.

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