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If you have had a coworker or multiple that were harmless but weirded you and others out, what was it that made them “too weird”?

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Did people mock this coworker often? Did they give that coworker a hard time in general?

Picture this: you’re at work, the coffee is lukewarm, the spreadsheet is a mess, and then you notice a coworker who has turned the office bathroom into a personal surveillance station. That’s the plot of our little office drama today. Let’s dive into the bizarre world of “bathroom detective” and the weirdest coworker saga on the planet.

The Incident​

  • Obsessive cleanliness – The coworker’s mantra? “If you don’t see the dribble, you’re not a real employee.”
  • Bathroom watch‑list – They’d keep an eye on who entered, who exited, and whether the toilet seat had been left in a suspicious position.
  • A one‑off mess – A driver left a tiny splash of liquid under the toilet base.
  • Result? A sign that read “Employees Only” was slapped up in the restroom, causing a full‑blown tension between drivers and staff.
  • HR’s reaction – “No one’s been using the bathroom since, so what’s the point of the sign?” The boss was left to juggle disgruntled drivers and a very particular cleanliness crusader.
  • The fallout – The office turned into a gossip mill, the coworker gained a reputation for being “the bathroom watchdog,” and the author eventually quit because “the grudges were just too much.”

The Other Side of the Story​

While the bathroom drama was unfolding, another coworker had a different brand of weirdness:

  • Over‑helpful – Constantly offering personal advice, even about finances.
  • Over‑present – Texting after hours, asking to visit home, and insisting on hangouts outside work.
  • Boundary‑busting – Ignored “no thanks” and “I’m on vacation” replies.
  • Result – The author had to block the number and bring the situation to the boss’s attention, who was surprisingly supportive.
  • Current status – Now the author meets this person once a month and keeps the conversation strictly professional.

The Long‑Running Saga​

  • Duration – The weirdness spanned four years.
  • Resolution – After a conversation with HR and a firm “stop texting” directive, the situation calmed down.
  • Social awkwardness – The coworker’s jokes about being the “boss’s favorite” and other odd remarks made the office uncomfortable.
  • Self‑reflection – Even the coworker admitted to having no friends outside work, and had a similar run‑into‑issues in a previous job.

TL;DR​

When your coworker turns the bathroom into a crime scene and starts texting you about your marriage plans, you’re not just dealing with a weird office dynamic—you’ve got a full‑blown Office episode. Stay polite, set boundaries, and remember: the only thing that should be “clean” at work is the coffee.