But that wasn't the previous state of affairs to when he had the job with the author. And most people take some time exploring before they have a career direction, and if he had no specific financial goals, he may have worked a lot less and spent more time between jobs.

I don't know that it means he ever behaved like a child, any more than a normal person would, but someone not under duress who was just looking for a direction.

She may not have seen his determined side before and may have been cautious about what would bring on these changes.

I find his point of view very interesting. I've only had one man pump gas for me, but he hated being in my car due to his height. He drove ever since. I hope he will feel more respected in the future.