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Crying at Work? In Japan, You Can Hire a Handsome Weeping Boy to Comfort You

March 31, 2023 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

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Employees in a variety of industries now frequently experience stress, anxiety, and burnout in the workplace. Anybody can experience emotional exhaustion from the pressure to meet deadlines, handle challenging clients, and negotiate office politics. But imagine a world where you don’t have to suffer alone, where a professional is hired specifically to comfort you through … [Read more...] about Crying at Work? In Japan, You Can Hire a Handsome Weeping Boy to Comfort You

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