When Work Ethic Goes Too Far: Amy Poehler and Olivia Colman in Hot Water
The Sick and Sassy Duo: Amy Poehler and Olivia Colman Slammed for Going to Work with Pneumonia
In a shocking display of old-school work ethic, comedy legends Amy Poehler and Olivia Colman have been roasted by fans on social media after proudly sharing their "most Gen-X opinions" – namely that they've never missed a day of work, even when battling serious illnesses.
During an episode of Poehler's podcast, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, the two actresses got real about their sick days (or lack thereof). Colman, 51, revealed that she'd had pneumonia not once, but twice – and still managed to power through without taking a single day off. "I don't know where it comes from," she joked, "but some of these younger people – if they have a little bit of a cold, they won't do the show, and I just don't understand."
Poehler, 54, chimed in with her own tale of woe (or rather, not-woe). She recalled filming scenes for Shortcut to Happiness with Alec Baldwin while running a fever of 104 degrees. "I was on another planet," she quipped. "But [Baldwin] was like, 'Wherever you are, stay there – perfect.' And I was like, 'I'm in a fever dream.'"
Despite acknowledging that their choices might have been "potentially stupid," both actresses seemed to take pride in their record of never missing a day of work. Colman even suggested that they'd overcorrected the notion that employees should prioritize their health above all else.
"I think there's a happy medium, isn't there?" she mused. Poehler concurred, saying that while she understood the desire to prioritize self-care, she believed that having a perfect attendance record was something to be celebrated.
However, not everyone was impressed by their boasts. Fans took to the comments section to express their horror and dismay at the duo's apparent disregard for their own health – and that of those around them. "Going to work sick with communicable diseases isn't admirable, especially when you can afford to stay home and are simply choosing to go to work," one outraged fan wrote.
"Love both of them, but please don't go to work sick," begged someone else. "You also model this to your kids. Wouldn't you keep them at home when they're not feeling well?"
But it's not just the younger generation that's calling out Poehler and Colman for their views. Even a longtime fan confessed that she used to share the same sentiment in her 20s and 30s, but has since come to realize that taking care of oneself is crucial.
"I'm taking rest days," she declared. "PTO. Sick days. Mental health days. Everything. This is the only life we get." With such strong opinions on both sides, it's clear that this debate is far from over – and Poehler and Colman are right in the thick of it.
The Backlash: A Closer Look
As fans continue to weigh in on social media, one thing becomes abundantly clear: attitudes towards work ethic and self-care have shifted dramatically since the days of Gen X. While some people still subscribe to the "work through the pain" mentality, others are advocating for a more nuanced approach that prioritizes health and well-being.
So, what's behind this sudden shift? Some suggest that it's a response to the pressures of modern life – where burnout, stress, and anxiety have become all too common. Others point to the rise of wellness culture, which emphasizes the importance of taking care of one's mental and physical health.
Whatever the reason, it's clear that Poehler and Colman's views are no longer in vogue. As fans continue to roast them online, it's hard not to wonder: have these comedy legends finally gone too far? Only time (and a few more rest days) will tell.
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