In her thirties, Mindy Kaling experienced a newfound sense of calm in her life, which she attributes to achieving professional stability. This period in her life brought with it a feeling of security and peace that she had not recognized before. Kaling reflects on how these changes contributed to her overall well-being, despite the lack of scientific evidence to support her observations.

Additionally, Kaling humorously notes that with this calmness, her metabolism seemed to slow down, leading to noticeable weight gain from indulgent meals. She shares her personal experience of finding it easier to gain weight, highlighting a common struggle many face as they age, making her reflections relatable to her readers.