Yeah, I have a lot of trouble standing up for myself. I guess in all the years I was bullied I learned the "if you just go along with them, they will leave you alone" type of thing... I hate arguing and confrontation. I have panic attacks pretty easily if I feel confrontation coming. I get physically sick (which sucks) as well.

But, you know, if you are sick at work make sure you make your boss understand why you called in by standing a bit close to her when you sneeze or cough. Karma....