When Holding a Workplace Grudge is Actually a Sign of Growth

There’s a common belief that "letting go and moving on" is always the healthiest response to conflict. But what if holding onto a workplace grudge actually serves a purpose?

Most people don’t stew in resentment just for the sake of it. A lingering sense of injustice, frustration, or disappointment often signals something deeper—a boundary that was crossed, a value that was violated, or an unmet need that deserves attention.

Rather than forcing yourself to "get over it," consider how your reaction can be channeled into something constructive.