Workplace politics? Do people just suddenly turn on you???

Question

I may be just paranoid about this but...

Today when I went to work (still at work actually), and got a chance to talk to my coworkers in the lab, the guy was blabing like normal, then after I asked them if they needed any help and stuff (cause I will be leaving soon and theres not much for me to do), I get attacked with random things like, he starts making the sound "blab blab blab" (like I talk to much?), or you can help by going home, and **** like that. WTF?

It seemed like last week, I was off okay with the coworkers.
And hes the one that finds me to blab all day long when HE's got nothing to do.

What the hell is going on?

Also, when I greet (say hello/morning) to the other lab coworkers are ignoring me...???

Do people just turn on you like that? I'm not very experienced with the work place, and this is like my first real job. (Unfortunately, I'm not doing all that well in it)

Is there anything I'm missing about workplace politics?

Also a girl from vacation came back today, and a guy I am okay with isnt here today.
I think I'll be even more paranoid to say, this has anything to do with it...??

I think I'll hide out for a while, cause I'm leaving really soon, and its possible to avoid contact if things are going to get hostile (for reasons that escape me)?

Answer 1

Unfortunately, things like this do happen in the workplace. Stupid people do stupid things. Just remember, they are your co-workers, you don't get paid to like them, they don't get paid to like you. You don't hang out with them in social settings and they don't pay your bills.

My friends are not co-workers. The people that I consider my friends have earned the right to be called so.

You see where this is going?

Answer 2

I could say that maybe you or your coworker is/are having a bad hair day. That you should not take all the workplace politics personally, but that's not a real answer.. Some people are just a waste of flesh, and time. Be true to yourself, as to how you should be to others, regardless of their actions. Small people must belittle others to feel bigger.

Answer 3

Unfortunately a lot of workplaces are like shark tanks. All kinds of sharks just waiting to take a bite out of you when you turn your back. Try to stay out of the office gossip and backstabbing for the sake of your career.

Answer 4

Just be yourself, treat others with respect and if they can't do the same, ask them what they're doing. Sometimes they can't answer that or it will get the problem out in the open. If all else fails talk to the boss in charge or go to HR.

Answer 5

Remember that other people have stuff going on in their lives too, that may have nothing to do with you and causes them to act certain ways at work. I wouldn't worry about it. Don't talk to them if you feel uncomfortable. Talk to them when you do.

Answer 6

Nope. People are just plain ******* and totally impolite to others. They see you everyday and they don't acknowledge your presence. Go figure!? Don't sweat it, just smile and move on.