Taking up an occupation during summer vacation can be beneficial and detrimental, depending on the outlook in which you analyze the circumstance. Sitting in a cubicle for what seems like an eternity, listening to podcasts about the history of the McDonald's french fry, missing out on your friends' escapades to the beach- the pro and con list can go on for miles.
The perfect character to illustrate this narrative is Trisha Paytas, Patron Saint of Youtube, widely known online for her filming of mukbangs (eating shows), emotional breakdowns and sex-riddled reviews and hauls.
Sit back and relax, as Trisha picks your brain to exemplify the world of temporary employees.
1. Your first day on the job can be chaotic.
You show up early to the job, dressed professionally with a packed lunch in tow. People are approaching you and asking questions that you clearly do not know the answers to. You master the technique of faking a pleasant smile when you do not know what is being said nor done.
2. Evenings alone become highly welcomed.
Weeks go by and you are finally getting into the groove of the workplace. Your friends tried to make plans with you after work but you rather be in bed with a good show to binge on. You tell them to go on without you while ordering a large cheese pizza from Papa John's.
3. Socializing isn't always a choice.
You often find yourself in strange conversations with your fellow coworkers during lunch breaks. You try to be polite and listen to their opinions on sensitive subjects like race, politics and gender. Despite of your efforts to remain poised, you immediately start to feel uncomfortable and spend the remainder of your break in your car.
4. Weekend plans are something you thrive on.
Nothing feels so pleasantly cathartic than shutting off your computer, speed-walking out of the office and racing off into the sunset after a long work day. You've bolstered your spirits to such a degree that you managed to meet up with your friends without looking like a zombie.
5. Mid-afternoon slumps exist.
It's one of those awful weeks when it feels like a Friday but is actually a Tuesday. Time is dragging on and the clock strikes 3 PM. You look in your desk drawer to find a snack but you soon realize you finished the packet of dark chocolate almonds yesterday. Horrified, you chug down what would be your fourth cup of coffee for the day.
6. Witnessing a good fight is always entertaining.
Observing theatrical fights between coworkers at a meeting can give the atmosphere a feeling of excitement. To top if all off, your boss decided that same day that lunch would be catered. Free food and entertainment makes the workday go lightning fast.
