It is quite normal to feel some infactuation or a connection with someone at work but it is you who can decide whether to fuel that connection into a romantic one or to let it purely be in a colleague state
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Here are a few reasons why office romance can be a bad idea. Office romances can become distractions, taking focus away from work tasks
Romantic relationships in the workplace can create discomfort among colleagues. If coworkers feel left out it can hurt the team morale
Gossip spreads like wildfire. Coworkers may gossip about office romance, which can damage reputations and affect both your personal and professional life
A romantic relationship can blur the lines between personal and professional life, making it harder to maintain professionalism
Office romance can create conflict of interest, especially if one partner holds a position of authority over the other. This could look like favourism
If the relationship with the co-worker comes to an end, it can be difficult to deal with that especially when you have to closely work with them