Someone at work is constantly talking about sports betting to an almost depressing degree…I always like to mind my business but at this point feel obligated to have some kind of intervention talk.
Has anyone else tried to have any serious discussions with a coworker before or just always keep to yourself?

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I have the same thing except it’s a female coworker about Taylor Swift

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omg this drives me insane when people won't stop talking about Taylor Swift. It's absurd

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They are adults. People have their own life journey and lessons to go through. The last thing they want is a coworker poking their nose into their conversation to impart common sense wisdom on them. Don’t give unsolicited advice or opinions. Save your time and energy for the important people in your life like friends and family.

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Behold the miracle of The Decision Diamond:
Does it impact the quality of their work? (Y/N)
Is it your problem? (Y/N)

If there's a potential issue w clearance levels then I can think of 2 people who have a problem.

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If the conversation is within the public domain, it’s free game to comment on it.

My ex was a sports freak and a gambler and drank. Yeah, that marriage didn’t last long.

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Lol. Are they trying to get others to join in? Or are they talking about how much they lost?

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Talking about the big potential payouts on parlays, but they never do…it just can’t be sustainable 🤦‍♂️

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I’m sorry to hear that. Sadly gambling can be a devastating addiction. Do you have a good relationship with this person? Are they very junior to you? Honestly if you want to be a good person you might buy this person a coffee and just say with honest concern that you’re worried about how preoccupied they are with gambling and that maybe if it’s true know someone who got very addicted. We’re so afraid of saying anything. You could you could get in trouble somehow if they complain. But at least your soul won’t be frozen.

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New and junior, it could be an actual problem…makes sense to get into a less professional environment and gauge the situation, it’s hard to tell from just water cooler talk.

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The chapter ”To Employers” in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous answers your question perfectly and also explores how to take to management if necessary, etc. good luck.
Stay out of the way / mind your business!

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Tune them out. Be glad they aren’t talking about you. Ur not there to be friends . Do your job and tend to what’s important in your real life.

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