The interview with the gentleman went better than I expected. Towards the end, he was polite and kind as he got to know me and the company better. It is such a relief we let bygones be bygones by the end of that meeting. I part ways with the gentleman this time with a firm handshake and well wishes. Unbeknownst to him, our decision is already decided the moment he walked in that door.

I spent the rest of the evening completing the troublesome administrative duties and chatting with colleagues. Our office is a forward thinking one, with wide open spaces and open collaboration hubs. There is free seating available with large adjustable desks. The seats are all recliner and back-friendly. You can guess how difficult it was for anyone to join such a prestige company. The pantry is always filled to the brim and overflowing with snacks and drinks. There is also free lunch and dinner provided by the company in the main cafeteria like Google.

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The interview with the gentleman was really the only main thing on my agenda today. So I slip into the massage rooms to get my once a month privilege and enjoy myself. It is mandatory that we take good care of ourselves as adults after all. Spoiling ourselves once in a while will bring good mental health and physical health too.

After the professional massage, I feel re-energised and well-rested for the rest of the day. I grab a banana from the pantry and a chocolate chip cookie before heading back to my desk. It is the end of the week and I have a dinner and drinks with close friends. I munch on my snacks greedily before closing my laptop and ending work. Strolling out of the office while saying goodbyes, I can feel myself smiling brighter than ever with my guilt gone.