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What a beautifully written, acted, and directed episode. Such an human story that added so much texture to already well developed characters. I'm so touched by the way this story was told. The job search struggle/desire to "find one's passion" continues to get harder as you age; and this is episode. Expressed that In such a lovely, honest, and judgement-free way. It's all too common and relatabl.

This season has been good to date but perhaps not as striking/stand out as season two. But this episode brought back a little more kindness/love/humanity. The stress of the kitchen and running a business can only take us so far. Bravo to all those that contributed to this episode, particularly Liza Colon-Zayas.

I normally don't leave written reviews on here, but this episode compelled me to. I was recently laid off and have been struggling, and this episode perfectly captured everything I'm going through and feeling. Excellent writing and acting, it really made me cry when Tina started crying. I know this is meant to be backstory for Tina's character, but the writers truly captured what it's like to lose your job and sense of purpose, and all of the fears and worries that creep in while trying desperately to stay afloat. 10/10 - hard to get through without sobbing (maybe not sobbing but definitely crying).

Ayo's eye is magnificent. Tina's background, as well as the others, is the foundation for the storyline. Carmy's vision cannot be sustained without people with the same hunger who are willing to put their lives on hold for it. It was great to see where Tina's loyalty towards the Bear family comes from and I think it sets a great tone to show Michael's actions. He is often perceived as a douche, but we know why people like him. Well, this is exactly why people liked him and why managed to get such a great crowd around him. Truly, an emotional experience that adds nothing but substance to the plot.

What a way to play with my emotions. I really did not like the previous episode but this one shows you what's great about this series.

I see that many have already commented on Liza's performance. Rightfully so. I wish I believed that the industry will recognize her work but I highly doubt it, so I just hope she keeps finding work worthy of her talent.

Nevertheless, I wanted to talk about the amazing work of Jon Bernthal as well. It must be amazing to bring a different kind of energy to set. It reminds me of Nathaniel senior in Six Feet Under. Their presence is bittersweet because they're no longer there, and if you started watching this show because you connected with it through your own grief, you can't help but link his character to the emotions of that special person who's no longer here.

He's so damn charming (and handsome)

The Bear season 1 and 2 were amazing. Both visually and story telling. But sadly the first episodes weren't doing it for me.

But when I saw this episode I felt that thrill of watching a "old" episode. The very well thought out story that made me both emotional but also think, in an almost terrifying real way, about my own future.

The story tied beautifully in with past seasons and episodes, and really made this season feel apart of the whole series.

For me it was the best episode of the entire season. Ayo has a real talent for directing and I really hope she will do more. The acting was also on point from the cast.