Subjective discontent

(n) A list of reason(s) for dissatisfaction that relies on emotional arguements or personal beliefs. Expressing subjective discontent within a business setting is often considered inappropriate and will likely be dismissed without being addressed. Often Subjective discontent relies on hearsay, or drawing conclusions that require an understanding of someone else's thinking.

Opposite of Objective discontent

Jim expressed his Subjective discontent with the team when he explained that he felt they excluded him from meetings on purpose because they didn't respect his opinion.

by EMB1 August 12, 2011

Objective discontent

(n) A list of reason(s) for dissatisfaction that does not rely on emotional arguements or personal beliefs. Expressing objective discontent within a business setting establishes a clearly documented non-emotional concern, and (typically) directly points at a recommendation for addressing the concern.

Opposite of Subjective discontent

Jim presented 7 examples that hightlighted his Objective discontent with the team's performance including not scheduling meetings in advance & not providing summarized meeting minutes.

by EMB1 August 12, 2011

Nocturnal Disconnected and Sensless Activities (NDSA)

action to do anything at night impulsively like tattooing yourself, get lost on YouTube, get a manicure at 3am, shave your brows, cut your hair

Clementine is doing a manicure at 3am, she is in crisis of Nocturnal Disconnected and sensless activities (NDSA)

by QueenNeptune December 11, 2018

relentless discontention

A never ending desire for success.

Although he had accomplished more than anyone in his profession, everyday he was thriving to achieve more, earn more, conquer more. He was never satisfied with ‘just good enough’. He had relentless discontention.

by Jack Zun February 24, 2023