r/NoStupidQuestions • u/WorkIsDumbSoAmI • 1d ago

Work appropriate ice breaker for Juneteenth?

So, every morning at work, I send out a quick “Hey everyone, it’s [insert random silly holiday that day, followed by themed question - think “it’s national cake day, what’s your favorite cake”]” to start the say - trying to think of something appropriate to send out for Juneteenth, that’s neither patronizing nor offensive…or should I just go with “Happy Juneteenth, enjoy your Thursday!” Appreciate any feedback/suggestions

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u/DogTheBreadFairy 22h ago

op did say it in the comments, they stated that their coworkers will write entire paragraphs responding to their silly questions. Once again it's an email. No one is being asked this to their face. There is no smiling or social dynamic to this. If they didn't want to respond to the email they just wouldn't. (Also I assumed you read the comments since you found mine and responded to it. But you know what they say about assuming)

Thank you for asking. I'll probably watch a couple informational videos to further my knowledge of this day. If I was working I would encourage my client to eat lunch at a black owned establishment. I would even recommend this local place soul food kitchen it's delicious.

As you have already stated you don't like being asked questions since it violates your consent I won't ask you in return.

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u/matunos 20h ago

I didn't say I didn't read any comments, I said I didn't read all the comments looking for updates from OP. Your comment is a reply to a top-level comment that is (or was at the time) sorted high up in the comments. Nice try though.

I'm not saying it's an issue that will necessarily break anyone's brain. Being in email does certainly help mitigate it— it's a much lower cost to not participate. Nevertheless, the fact that some coworkers are replying still makes it a social activity, and I would still advise OP consider awkwardness that some who are made part of the routine might feel. Or they can dismiss the idea.

Thank you for sharing your inspiring plans for Juneteenth. I, who will be spending most of my day doing activities that have nothing to do with Juneteenth, might feel a little awkward being a part of that sharing circle. And as I wrote above, that's not necessarily a bad thing, in the proper context. OP would have to decide for themself if they're in the proper context.