June 10, 2025 at 7:21 pm

Her Coworker Wants To Go Out With Her, But She Isn’t Okay With That And Doesn’t Know How To Say No

by Ashley Ashbee

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It’s never comfortable when someone has feelings for you, but you don’t or vice versa.

But if you work together? That’s even worse! Here’s how this person is handling it.

AITA? Am I leading him on

There’s this guy at my work in his late 30s early 40s max. He’s been very nice to me so I’ve been very nice and friendly.

But then today he asked to hang out and maybe come over and he can make me food.

She’s anxious about it.

Keep in mind, I’m 20 so it made very uncomfortable because I don’t feel the same and we both work together so I am really scared of telling him that I am uncomfortable.

I don’t want to do that because it will be awkward at work, so what do I do?

It’s a tricky situation.

So far I just told him I’m busy all week. Then he asked me what I’d like to eat and now I’m really starting to feel uncomfortable.

I don’t know what to say because it’ll be awkward since we work together, so I said I like any food.

Here is what people are talking about.

Finding out from someone else would also suck.

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I hope that works! But it could lead to problems.

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Problem solved!

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Definitely, although sometimes our gut is wrong.

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Not everyone would get that hint!

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She sounds so timid. I hope she loses that with age.

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Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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