Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.
–Proverbs 18:21

I had just started a new job at a cafeteria when I made a mistake.

A BIG one!

I confessed my error, terrified that I would be fired. Fortunately, the head chef had pity on me. He comforted me, told me everyone makes mistakes, and to pay closer attention the …