Social Media Drama: Employer Hits Back at Ex-Staff Criticism
Former employees sparked backlash after posting a TikTok about quitting their jobs for mental health reasons, prompting their ex-employer Tu Piyawadee to publicly challenge them to discuss work issues face-to-face on a follow-up video.
Tu Piyawadee has responded with heated criticism after former employees Malinne and Mawin Tweepool posted a TikTok video reviewing life after quitting their jobs, saying they felt relief on both work and financial fronts. In the clip, the ex-employee explained that work consumed all her time, leaving no room for family care, and said she suffered mental breakdown requiring therapy. Tu Piyawadee reposted the clip with a caption saying "Parting on good terms is not real" and added the song "Let Heart Go." She then commented directly on the post, claiming she was initially concerned for the former employee's wellbeing after they left and had offered ongoing support, but now felt equally relieved after seeing the video. Tu challenged the employee to make an "Episode 2" where they could discuss work issues face-to-face and clear up each point, asking others to submit questions about the work practices mentioned in the clip. After Tu's posts, many fans showed support for her and Tu Piyawadee, while the ex-employee set their TikTok account to private. Tu responded by saying she was ready to "set the table" for a proper discussion. Fans expressed disappointment that a long-time team member would publicly criticize their employer in such a manner. Tu later replied emotionally to comments, explaining she had employed this person for six or seven years since they were still in school with no work experience, never refused time off for exams or assignments, and parted on seemingly good terms before seeing the critical post. Tu told supporters that people who leave can be considered free of suffering, thanking fans and ending with "water has splashed."