How do you guys handle cliquey work environments? I joined the team late, and I don’t really have anyone to talk to, when I do try to insert myself people are nice and cordial. However overall nobody really talks to me or seems to have any interest in getting to know me. I don’t want to become best friends with them and I understand it’s only surfaced workplace relations, however I often end up sitting by myself as if I continue to try to insert myself I just embarrass myself more. It’s 11:30am where I am and I’m stuck here until 19:30. Any similar stories or advice would be gratefully appreciated!
ETA- working currently for healthcare system I don’t want to say more for anonymity just incase, but even now I’m in my booth and my partner is off talking to the others who are all not really including me in the conversation. I know I sound like a child, but I just feel I’m not considered an equal or part of the team, my anxiety is just worsening how Im feeling about this and I just needed to put it somewhere where maybe someone else would understand/ relate. Thanks guys