"A co-worker, "Erin," has been allowed to work from home since the COVID-19 pandemic, while the rest of us came back to the office. We function alongside each other much like a small family. We have no drama, no office politics and an overall great atmosphere. Erin's absence has caused a strain on our team and has fueled resentment. Many feel it's unfair, although these feelings have not been shared with Erin."
"I'm sorry you didn't mention what the benefit structure is at your company. Erin took a job on the Q.T. while still on your boss's payroll. In the state where I live (California), that would be a reason to fire her. I do not regard enlightening your boss about what Erin did as deceitful. I think what you did was the right thing to do and loyal to the company."
A co-worker named Erin has continued working from home since the pandemic while others returned to the office, creating team strain and resentment. Erin accepted a new job secretly and asked a colleague not to tell the boss, but the colleague informed management and now feels guilty. Taking outside employment while still on the employer's payroll can be grounds for termination; informing the boss about such employment can be considered loyal to the company rather than deceitful. A nearly 70-year-old person experiences recurring regrets about past conversations and cannot stop ruminating about things not said. Advice for rumination includes redirecting thoughts, staying occupied, learning from the past to avoid repeating mistakes, and consulting a therapist if rumination leads to depression or anxiety.
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