I volunteer at a local youth club which my dc also attend. Theyve had problems recently at school and are waiting for a diagnosis, which I wanted to share with one of the lead volunteers in case it becomes relevant at the youth group. One of the leaders I have known for years, not friends but a mum from my dc's school year so I felt she was the best one to open up to. I didn't know any of the other leaders before volunteering at the group, and I havent clicked with any of them particularly but they all seem quite close and know each other from extra curricular activities etc. They're mostly nice and we get on during the meet ups but we just have different interests.
Anyway, the opportunity came to open up to this leader last week. I opened up about some of the struggles we've had over the last few years as well as dcs potential diagnosis. The leader works in the area of special needs etc so I hoped would respect the private nature of what I shared.
Shortly after sharing we went to move around the space and she headed towards 2 other volunteers and started whispering into their ears while sort of laughing. As she moved back I heard her say 'very interesting'. I'm not sure if she knew I was behind her, and while I obviously don't know what was whispered, it felt like it was about me. I'm just so disappointed and I think I'll be taking a step back from volunteering with them soon enough. I won't stop dc going if they're happy to stay obviously.
I'm not sure why I'm posting really, I suppose I'm disappointed in myself for opening up and misjudging this person