Woman Quits Job After Manager Demands She 'Increase Pain Tolerance' For Menstrual Leave

• A woman resigned from her job after her manager told her to "increase her pain tolerance" for severe menstrual cramps.
• The incident, shared on Reddit's r/IndianWorkplace, sparked widespread criticism over workplace insensitivity.
• The employee had taken monthly sick leave for intense menstrual pain and dizziness, providing medical reasons.
• The manager dismissed her condition, comparing it to his wife's experience and telling her to simply "increase" her pain tolerance.
• The episode has reignited conversations about menstrual health, workplace empathy, and employee protections.