'I want to quit my job because of my new colleague - I find her so draining'

06 March 2023 , 16:06

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She finds her colleague's personality draining (stock image) (Image: Getty Images/Maskot)

Some people love going to work because it means you can be around your colleagues all day – but it completely depends on your personality type.

Others find being around people draining, and are much better at concentrating if they are at home on their own.

One woman, who has been working in the same place for 18 years and loves her job, is now considering quitting because of her new colleague who has a "larger-than-life" personality – leaving her feeling "permanently drained".

The woman, who posted anonymously to Mumsnet, says she is an introvert – which can be someone who is quieter and prefers calm, less stimulating environments.

She has worked there for 18 years (stock image) (Getty Images)

In a recent post, the mum explained: "I loved my job until recently when a new girl started. She's really lovely, popular and friendly but she's just too much for me.

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"Ever since she joined the team I'm feeling permanently drained from her larger-than-life personality and as an introvert, I am feeling completely burnt out and overwhelmed in her presence even though she hasn't done anything wrong and is a very nice person I just can't concentrate around her."

She explained that although she loves the work and the other team members, she's "quiet" and her new colleague "just completely depletes me".

Other mums were quick to offer her advice and pleaded with her not to quit her job unless she finds another one.

One person said: "I would suggest you don't quit unless and until you find something that suits you better - start looking, start applying, and if you are offered something else, that is when you resign."

Another added: "The problem is if you get a new job you might find that there are two, three, or even more loud people in the new office."

Many comments said that she should give her colleague time to calm down and for them to get used to each other.

One person said: "Maybe give her a little time? In a month or so she may calm down. She might just be trying too hard to be accepted by new work colleagues, which comes out in a loud in-your-face way."

Another said: "I wouldn't make any rash decisions just yet, especially if you have worked there for so long. Perhaps she will calm down in time once settled in and you will also become accustomed to her presence."

Others suggested she use plug-in earphones and pretend like she's listening to something, however, the woman said they "aren't an option".

What do you think she should do? Let us know in the comment section below

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