In a world where professionalism is expected to mask pain, one resignation letter has gone viral for breaking all norms—written not on paper, but on toilet paper. A woman in Singapore shared a colleague’s unconventional resignation note, and the internet has been buzzing with reactions ever since.
The note read:
“I have chosen this type of paper for my resignation as a symbol of how this company has treated me. I QUIT.”
As a counselor, I couldn’t help but pause and feel the deep emotion that led to this act. This wasn’t just a resignation—it was a release. A final cry from someone who felt discarded, devalued, and emotionally exhausted. When people feel unseen for too long, their inner world starts screaming for acknowledgment. This toilet paper was not chosen for drama—it was chosen as a mirror to how the individual felt treated: disposable, unimportant, and humiliated.
The Emotional Layers Behind the Act
Resigning is often seen as a professional decision. But beneath that decision lies a personal storm. This gesture is an embodiment of suppressed anger, prolonged disrespect, and emotional burnout. The symbolic choice of paper shows a need to be heard, even if it’s through a rebellious act.
From a counseling perspective, these are signs of a person who has been silently suffering. When someone feels powerless for too long, they either retreat—or rebel.
What the Handwriting Reveals
As a graphologist, this note opens a fascinating window into the person’s psyche at the moment of writing.
Let’s look at the writing:
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Size: The handwriting is moderately large, indicating a desire to be seen, to take up space, and no longer shrink in silence.
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Pressure: The strokes are firm, suggesting determination and emotional intensity—this is not a joke; this is a boundary being drawn.
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Slant: The slight forward slant shows emotional expression. This person was done bottling it up.
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Spacing and Margins: The text flows freely, not confined by neat boundaries. It reveals impulsiveness and a need for emotional release.
All of this suggests a person who has been emotionally neglected, likely highly loyal until they reached their breaking point. And when they broke, they needed the world to know—not just that they were leaving, but why.
Why This Matters
In a world obsessed with results and performance, we often forget that behind every employee ID is a human heart. This act may appear petty to some, but to a trained eye, it’s a powerful reminder of what emotional neglect at the workplace can do.
Let this be a wake-up call for leaders and workplaces: culture matters. Empathy matters. People will stay loyal when they feel seen. And when they don’t, even toilet paper becomes a canvas for protest.
Final Thoughts
To every individual who has felt overlooked or mistreated at work: you are not alone, and your emotions are valid. To every employer reading this: how your team feels in your presence is your brand culture. Treat it with care.
And as a handwriting analyst and counselor, I say this—before things escalate to such dramatic exits, pay attention to the signs. Often, handwriting, tone, and subtle behavior reveal far more than words ever will.
🌿 If you’re a growth-seeking individual navigating emotional stress or workplace trauma—know that help is available.
Through handwriting analysis and subconscious mindset counseling, I help you decode what your words and writing may be silently trying to express. Whether you’re looking for clarity, confidence, or emotional healing, there’s a safe space waiting for you.
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