From Career Stagnation to Olive Garden: My Eye-Opening Journey

The author shares their experience of working at Olive Garden after their writing career stalled, highlighting the physical challenges and the surprising sense of appreciation and empathy they developed for the restaurant and its customers. They reflect on the importance of empathy, learning not to be hard on oneself and others, and accepting the lack of control in freelance work. The author concludes that sometimes people's behavior is beyond understanding, and it is essential to not let negativity ruin one's own experience.