Sounds harmless, right?

However, at the end of the party, the gluten-free treats remained untouched.

A coworker didnt want the treats to go to waste, so they asked if anyone wanted them.

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The OP remembered another colleaguesdietaryrestrictions and pointed the coworker out to them.

However, the colleague shot a nasty look at the OP in response, leaving her confused.

She insisted it was personal information she never wanted to be made public.

Woman in a white blazer eating a gluten-free meal at a desk, holding a phone, with coffee nearby.

To her, it felt like a violation of privacy, comparable to outing someones sexuality.

Because of this, the colleague started avoiding the OP atwork, which left them confused.

AsCareer Contessaexplains, setting boundaries early on is key to navigating the workplace effectively and protecting your energy.

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