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Author: Theodore Lee
Theodore Lee is the editor of Caveman Circus. He strives for self-improvement in all areas of his life, except his candy consumption, where he remains a champion gummy worm enthusiast. When not writing about mindfulness or living in integrity, you can find him hiding giant bags of sour patch kids under the bed.
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Confessions of a Cruise Ship Employee
For most people, a cruise ship means endless buffets, tropical destinations, and a week of doing absolutely nothing. But for the thousands of people working behind the scenes, life aboard these floating resorts is a very different experience.
A 38-year-old cruise ship employee from North Africa, who has spent the past five years working for a European cruise line, recently answered questions about what really happens onboard. From exhausting work schedules and entitled passengers to crew hookups and bizarre requests, here’s what he revealed.
“My boyfriend is a creep”
My boyfriend (29M) and I (27F) have been together for three years, and we recently threw a Halloween party.
Some attractive women came over who were friends of friends. I didn’t really know them, but as soon as they arrived, my boyfriend started acting strangely.
Avoiding Discomfort Is a Surprisingly Effective Way to Ruin Your Life
Most people don’t ruin their lives by making one terrible decision. They do it by making a thousand small decisions that feel good in the moment.
They avoid the difficult conversation because they don’t want an argument. They put off going to the doctor because they’re afraid of what they might hear. They stay in a job they hate because looking for something better feels overwhelming. They keep scrolling because sitting alone with their thoughts is uncomfortable.
The Dumping Grounds
“My coworker still wears his wedding ring even though his wife died. Was I wrong to say something?”
A couple of weeks ago, our company hired a new employee named James (36). He’s a good guy, and everyone seems to get along with him. He’s also a widower. From what I understand, his wife passed away about eight months ago.
I’m 32F, and I’ve gotten along well with James, just like the rest of our coworkers. But I noticed that he still wears his wedding ring. That confused me, so one day during lunch, I decided to bring it up.
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Confessions of a Five-Star Hotel Manager
For the past 13 years, one hotel employee has worked his way through the ranks of Europe’s luxury hospitality industry, starting as a dishwasher and eventually becoming a restaurant manager at a five-star hotel.
Along the way, he’s served celebrities, dealt with extraordinarily wealthy guests, witnessed outrageous spending, and learned how the world of high-end hospitality really operates.
He shares stories about everything from extravagant tips and demanding guests to the secrets of hotel concierges.
Here are some of the most interesting stories and revelations from his experience.
There Will Be a Last Time You Do Almost Everything
There was a last time your parents picked you up and carried you. A last time you went outside to play with your childhood friends. A last time you sat around the dinner table with your entire family, everyone still alive, everyone still together.
The strange thing is, you probably didn’t know any of those moments were the last.