Need help breaking it to her......

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  • IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym
    IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym Posts: 5,573 Member
    You can do one of two things:

    1 ) Cover her mouth for her, then say "If I can breath out of my nose, so can you."

    Or

    2) Wear dark sunglasses and pretend you're blind and act like you can't see her face. Then take toilet paper and wipe her mouth. When she asks what you're doing say "Apparently I forgot to wipe my *kitten* this morning, because it sure does stink!"

    I vote number 2. Make sure you get it on camera too.


    and be sure to update all of us here on MFP, too....
  • TitanGM
    TitanGM Posts: 1,161 Member
    Everyday I come to the office there's this beautiful girl I talk with, just chit-chat and bs for a little bit. The problem i'm having is her breath smells like she gargles with sewer water twice before she comes in and I just can't take it anymore.

    I want to tell her without offending her or embarrassing her, how do I do this?

    Send her tic-tac's

    ^ The most appropriate, best way possible!
  • dragonbait0126
    dragonbait0126 Posts: 568 Member
    You don't. Go to a member of management and have them address it. You remove yourself from the equation and you don't have to worry about offending or embarrasing her. Besides, she could have a medical condition that causes it and do you really want to be the one to put her on the spot like that? More than likely she already knows about it and is probaly self-consious as it is. Whether she is aware of it or not though, most companies would prefer that a member of management handle the situation so that it can be done appropriately and avoid any type of issues (which trust me, can arise if the situation is not handled appropriately).
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,989 Member
    Carry a "breath-o-meter" in with you and have it set to "stanks" when you meet up again.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor
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  • mallorybriann
    mallorybriann Posts: 1,380 Member
    Give her some of that 12 hour mouthwash...
    Smart Mouth Advanced Clinical Formula Mouthwash.
    Works wonders.
  • Jellyphant
    Jellyphant Posts: 1,400 Member
    get over it.
    :)
  • ValerieMartini2Olives
    ValerieMartini2Olives Posts: 3,024 Member
    I'd leave her a pack of gum with a discreet note....


    lol I lke this idea.

    Me too
  • PrncessBre
    PrncessBre Posts: 444 Member
    Send her an anonymous care package to the office - tic tacs, mouthwash, breath spray, gum, floss, and a tongue scraper.

    ^^^ This. Hell if that ain't a hint if I ever seen one. But thats crazy because I can taste when my breath isn't on point so why can't she???? :noway:
  • kdeaux1959
    kdeaux1959 Posts: 2,675 Member
    I'd leave her a pack of gum with a discreet note....

    Anonymously stated ...
  • iam_thatdude
    iam_thatdude Posts: 1,266 Member
    Ask her if she takes a Cleveland steamer in the mug every morning....
  • JBott84
    JBott84 Posts: 268 Member
    You don't. Go to a member of management and have them address it. You remove yourself from the equation and you don't have to worry about offending or embarrasing her. Besides, she could have a medical condition that causes it and do you really want to be the one to put her on the spot like that? More than likely she already knows about it and is probaly self-consious as it is. Whether she is aware of it or not though, most companies would prefer that a member of management handle the situation so that it can be done appropriately and avoid any type of issues (which trust me, can arise if the situation is not handled appropriately).

    Like having your boss come and talk to you about your bad breath is NOT embarrassing?????

    Just says something in the nicest way possible....(edit) or leave a fresh breath goodie basket, if you don't feel comfortable actually saying something

    On another note....If my breath stinks, please tell me...If I have food on my face, please tell me...If I have TP stuck to my shoe, Please tell me....come on...You aren't trying to be rude, you are trying to be helpful....
  • titserfides
    titserfides Posts: 10 Member
    You: Do you think my breath stinks?
    Girl: No..
    You: Yours does. :blushing:
  • russeljames
    russeljames Posts: 103 Member
    dude, send me her email address, i will send her a note and just tell her straight up...yo, your mouth, fix it...peace...
  • xHelloQuincyx
    xHelloQuincyx Posts: 884 Member
    dont tell her, its not worth it.

    i had tonsillitis for two years before having two horrible surgeries. with the stones, infections, and constant thrush if someone would have said i had bad breath i would have lost it. for real. i couldnt go a day without crying during those years.
  • 2) Wear dark sunglasses and pretend you're blind and act like you can't see her face. Then take toilet paper and wipe her mouth. When she asks what you're doing say "Apparently I forgot to wipe my *kitten* this morning, because it sure does stink!"

    I couldn't stop laughing out loud here at work!! Hilarious
  • jpuderbaugh
    jpuderbaugh Posts: 318 Member
    my dentist said nasal drainage can also cause really bad breath. Maybe she has really bad allergies. Yeah, stick a piece of gum in your mouth and then offer her one as well, giving the illusion that you are just being polite and sharing.
  • Mercenary1914
    Mercenary1914 Posts: 1,087 Member
    dude, send me her email address, i will send her a note and just tell her straight up...yo, your mouth, fix it...peace...

    This is actually the best one ...REAL TALK
  • PlanetVelma
    PlanetVelma Posts: 1,223 Member
    You don't. Go to a member of management and have them address it. You remove yourself from the equation and you don't have to worry about offending or embarrasing her. Besides, she could have a medical condition that causes it and do you really want to be the one to put her on the spot like that? More than likely she already knows about it and is probaly self-consious as it is. Whether she is aware of it or not though, most companies would prefer that a member of management handle the situation so that it can be done appropriately and avoid any type of issues (which trust me, can arise if the situation is not handled appropriately).

    Like having your boss come and talk to you about your bad breath is NOT embarrassing?????

    Just says something in the nicest way possible....

    On another note....If my breath stinks, please tell me...If I have food on my face, please tell me...If I have TP stuck to my shoe, Please tell me....come on...You aren't trying to be rude, you are trying to be helpful....

    Sorry I disagree - there's a reason they call them management. There's a reason they get paid the big bucks.

    There was a lady I used to work with that didn't shower regularly or wear deodarant. Other employees had to complain and the manager & HR rep sat her down to discuss.

    She very well may have a medical condition that is causing this issue.
  • minime2b
    minime2b Posts: 168
    There is a product out called Smart Mouth......I started useing it twice a day and it is Great!!! Even for mrning breath. I have started telling EVERYBODY about it. The beauty is that many of the ppl with constant bad breath have started using it. They never got their feeling hurt. Just turned onto a new product that I was excited about. Win Win!!! :drinker:
  • rcc1988
    rcc1988 Posts: 125 Member
    That's a tough one. If you're close friends you should be able to discreetly tell her like, "Hey, I'm sorry if this sounds rude, but some days your come in and your breath is a little off...I'm sure you brush and everything, but maybe talk to a doctor about halitosis?"

    But if it's just a casual work friendship it's a lot harder to let someone know without offending them...
  • mommymeg2
    mommymeg2 Posts: 145 Member
    Don't offer it to her. Just leave a pack on her desk and don't tell it is from you. She'll maybe get the hint and won't think you're a jerk!
  • Bikini27
    Bikini27 Posts: 1,290 Member
    dude, send me her email address, i will send her a note and just tell her straight up...yo, your mouth, fix it...peace...

    Has my vote.
  • iam_thatdude
    iam_thatdude Posts: 1,266 Member
    There is a product out called Smart Mouth......I started useing it twice a day and it is Great!!! Even for mrning breath. I have started telling EVERYBODY about it. The beauty is that many of the ppl with constant bad breath have started using it. They never got their feeling hurt. Just turned onto a new product that I was excited about. Win Win!!! :drinker:

    Yeah I was gonna mention that...u need to up it to 3x a day
  • JBott84
    JBott84 Posts: 268 Member
    You don't. Go to a member of management and have them address it. You remove yourself from the equation and you don't have to worry about offending or embarrasing her. Besides, she could have a medical condition that causes it and do you really want to be the one to put her on the spot like that? More than likely she already knows about it and is probaly self-consious as it is. Whether she is aware of it or not though, most companies would prefer that a member of management handle the situation so that it can be done appropriately and avoid any type of issues (which trust me, can arise if the situation is not handled appropriately).

    Like having your boss come and talk to you about your bad breath is NOT embarrassing?????

    Just says something in the nicest way possible....

    On another note....If my breath stinks, please tell me...If I have food on my face, please tell me...If I have TP stuck to my shoe, Please tell me....come on...You aren't trying to be rude, you are trying to be helpful....

    Sorry I disagree - there's a reason they call them management. There's a reason they get paid the big bucks.

    There was a lady I used to work with that didn't shower regularly or wear deodarant. Other employees had to complain and the manager & HR rep sat her down to discuss.

    She very well may have a medical condition that is causing this issue.

    Yes, I see what you are saying, and I agree if you do not know the person - but if you have a friendly relationship with this person why wouldn't you feel comfortable offering gum, tic tac etc????
  • GasMasterFlash
    GasMasterFlash Posts: 2,206 Member
    Sounds like you have a poopsnacker on your hands. I know because my dog eats her own poop sometimes. They have pills for this, that make the poop less appetizing. Try slipping some into her food or drink.

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  • Mich3ll36
    Mich3ll36 Posts: 96
    offer gum lol
  • Mich3ll36
    Mich3ll36 Posts: 96
    Sounds like you have a poopsnacker on your hands. I know because my dog eats her own poop sometimes. They have pills for this, that make the poop less appetizing. Try slipping some into her food or drink.

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    bahahahahahaha!!!!! so mean but funny
  • Bikini27
    Bikini27 Posts: 1,290 Member
    Sounds like you have a poopsnacker on your hands. I know because my dog eats her own poop sometimes. They have pills for this, that make the poop less appetizing. Try slipping some into her food or drink.

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    FTW!!!! :smokin: :drinker:
  • yungnold
    yungnold Posts: 33 Member
    Send her an anonymous care package to the office - tic tacs, mouthwash, breath spray, gum, floss, and a tongue scraper.

    ^^^ This. Hell if that ain't a hint if I ever seen one. But thats crazy because I can taste when my breath isn't on point so why can't she???? :noway:

    Exactly what i'm thinking, there's no way she can't tell.
  • Mrsfullwood
    Mrsfullwood Posts: 172 Member
    Everyday I come to the office there's this beautiful girl I talk with, just chit-chat and bs for a little bit. The problem i'm having is her breath smells like she gargles with sewer water twice before she comes in and I just can't take it anymore.

    I want to tell her without offending her or embarrassing her, how do I do this?

    Buy you a pack of gum tonight, break out a stick and offer her one.