What are the common causes in real life workplace conflict stories?

Poor safety equipment or maintenance is also a big factor. If a construction site has old and faulty scaffolding that isn't regularly checked, it can collapse. And in an office, if the electrical system isn't maintained and there's a short circuit, it can start a fire, putting employees at risk.

Well, there's the case of competition for a promotion. Two colleagues who are both qualified might start to undermine each other. One might spread rumors about the other's work performance to make themselves look better in the eyes of the boss.

Sure. One story is about two colleagues competing for a promotion. They started undermining each other's work, spreading false rumors. It created a very tense atmosphere in the office until the manager noticed and had a one - on - one talk with them.

One common workplace stress story is about tight deadlines. For example, a graphic designer was given a very short time to complete a major project. To handle it, they worked extra hours and communicated clearly with the client about any potential issues.

One common cause is negligence. For example, not maintaining equipment properly as I mentioned before about the factory machines without safety guards. Another is cost - cutting. Companies might not want to invest in proper safety gear or training for employees to save money.

Money is a common cause. In many family stories, disputes over inheritance, financial support, or sharing of family resources lead to conflict. For instance, when a family member feels that they have been unfairly treated in terms of getting a share of the family fortune.

Stress is often a factor. People who are stressed, like those with a lot of work pressure or financial problems, are more likely to get angry over small things. For instance, a person who is worried about paying bills might get angry if their coffee order is not made correctly at a café.

Overeating is a very common cause. Just like when people go to a big feast and can't resist all the delicious food, they end up eating too much and their stomach bloats.

One common cause is accidents, like car crashes or falls. In many real - life stories, people get brain injuries this way.

Stress is a very common cause. People under a lot of stress tend to have irregular eating habits. For example, they may skip meals or overeat. This can disrupt the normal function of the stomach and lead to ulcers. Another common cause is diet. Consuming too much spicy, acidic or junk food can irritate the stomach lining.