I need a nap!  But I've been really productive these past few days—I've got over 2000 words written, which means my essay's almost done, and today I had a really productive meeting with the folks at the NYPL.  Even though I tend to shy away from conflict, I really value the opportunity to express myself, to hear others' point of view, and to work collaboratively to find solutions.  With effective communication, anything can be changed…you just have to SPEAK UP!

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