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How to deal with Ancient aliens in the workplace?
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this post was submitted on 24 Oct 2023
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This might sound like a crazy answer from a crazy person but hear me out. If they are good people and you're somewhat familiar with them, just call them kooks, say that shit's all made up and dismiss it. just don't be aggressive about it, people can still be on good terms without agreeing on everything. Just be like "nah man, no way that happened these shows are just people who want attention, if it was real there'd be better evidence and it'd be all over the news."
I honestly think this is the best way to go, you're engaging them honestly, attacking the show, not them. And so long as you don't get hung up on their response or 'winning the argument' I think you can all remain on good terms. How you go about this obviously depends on how friendly you are with them but if they're good people they'll still be your friend even if you're too dumb to see the truth about aliens.
Bingo. People are MUCH more willing to put aside what they'd consider absolute deal breaking things when they're forced to interact with you anyway. Arguing with someone about this sort of shit wouldn't change their minds and is a waste of time even if it somehow did. Be who you are and move along in your work relationship and expect them to do the same for you. That's how you maintain a healthy work environment. It's a good way to foster mutual respect.