Today, I found out the reason my co-workers have been giving me gum every day is not because of their generosity, but because everyone in the office thinks my breath smells. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I found out I’m the “smelly girl” in the office. Now I understand all those passive-aggressive subtle comments about hygiene and showering made by my coworkers, and why a bottle of Dial body wash randomly appeared on my desk one day. FML
Today, my officemate used the telephone beside my desk again. I still can't think of a better way to tell him how awful bad his breath is without the having to do it personally. We've been workmates for a year now and he still hasn't gotten a clue, despite of me covering my nose every time. FML
Today, my coworker told me I should stop smoking cigarettes because it makes my breath "smell like shit" and makes my teeth look as yellow as corn. I've never smoked a cigarette in my life. FML
Today, during my meeting with manager, I found out that my coworkers think that I stink. I literally shower every day and use deodorant and perfume. Am I doing something wrong? FML
Today, I was wondering why I was getting strange looks all day at work. When I got to a mirror after my shift, I noticed a booger hanging out of my nose, which was visible only when I smiled. My job involves greeting people all day with a huge smile. FML
Today, my coworker told me that I needed to quit smoking because it was making me look and smell horrible. I've never smoked in my life. FML
Today my boss went digging through my drawer, took a pack of gum, and told me I got him the wrong flavor. He kept it anyway. FML
Today, I realized that I'd run out of deodorant. On top of that, I was late to work so I had to run, making me all sweaty and smelly. To cover it up, I used the air-freshener in the toilet at work. Everyone recognized the "Lemon Tree" scent and now all of my colleagues think I'm a cheap bastard. FML
Today, a co-worker has the office next to mine. The walls are not soundproofed. I can hear him farting loudly throughout the day. He spread a rumor around the office that he can hear me farting all day. Another coworker told me and gave me advice on foods not to eat, that gave people bad gas. FML
Today, multiple customers have complained about my body odor. Not only can I not smell anything, but I shower three times a day and brush my teeth seven times a day. FML
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Top comments
carissaball 23
At least they tried hinting it to you nicely :)
HAMY_fml 23
Always carry gum with you. My breath can get really bad without gum. Trust me, guy or girl no one wants to talk to someone with bad breath. Just be glad you found out now, rather than have someone tell you later OP.
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Comments (56)
Morning_fml 22
That's a lose-win. At least you get free gum instead of having to spend an extra $1 on it? Haha.
rockabillykid 14
there are mouth washes and other things that will help keep your mouth moist bad breath can be caused by a dry mouth. not always though it might be you need brush at home and work. and no one likes a mouth ninja
slackerjoe 22
they ''think'' your breath stinks? or you don't ever floss and have terrible brushing habits? therefore it definitely stinks but you don't want to think that it actually does?
Eloxia 7
Make sure you floss regularly. Brushing and mouthwash don't always get the gunk and the smell is from gunk eating away your teeth.
abbey1822 12
Bad oral hygiene, your own fault.
bhfriday 9
really? have you ever tried gum? it helps
WhoCouldIBe 11
Take a hint Or at least take a mint
hektek 11
They don't "think" your breath stinks, they "know" your breath stinks, how could you not know you have bad breath? brush your damn teeth properly or go check out your dentist.
Tsula1994 13
I had to do that to someone who was training me. She spoke very quietly so you had to get very close to her to hear what she was saying so I started offering her gum when I worked with her. Thank goodness she likes it. Make sure you drink enough water to, brush your teeth enough, rinse your mouth well, and watch what you eat.
fmljosh1015 20
Try using a tooth brush every once and a while