Monthly Archives: October 2017

What scares you?

By Priscilla H. Douglas  A:  I am overwhelmed by the endless stream of disasters—hurricanes, fires, shootings, bombings and hateful and disturbing rhetoric.   I worry what will happen next.  It is really scary. Any advice? Q:  Yes, it seems that we … Continue reading

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I am too embarrassed to #MeToo

  By Priscilla H. Douglas  A:  I have been “Weinsteined” but I am too ashamed to tell my story.  My colleagues will treat me differently, right?    Q:  I don’t think that your colleagues will treat you differently.  I think … Continue reading

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Family in Puerto Rico? Don’t expect to be 100%

Q:  I am not 100% at work because my mother, father, aunts and uncles are in Puerto Rico.  My work is highly detailed and I am afraid that I am going to screw up.  What can I do?   A:  Be … Continue reading

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Are we re-writing Columbus Day?

Q:  I just moved to Vermont and had no idea that they don’t celebrate Christopher Columbus.  I consider myself to be well informed and can’t fathom that Vermont is one of many states that do not celebrate Columbus’s arrival. Yes, … Continue reading

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What do you do when your leader lies?

Q:  I caught my boss in a flat out lie and frankly I was so shocked that I said nothing.  When I looked up, everyone’s eyes were on me, waiting for me to say something.  What should I do? A:  … Continue reading

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