I eat my lunch at my work desk. My colleague, who sits right next to me, is vegan. Yesterday, I was having a burger and she said, “Stop bringing meat! You’re not alone—some of us feel sick from the smell.” I was surprised, because I had never had an issue eating my meals quietly, and…
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