On worrying that work means too much to me

As I write this, I’m embarking on 10 weeks of paternity leave. The thought of 10 workless weeks in a row is both thrilling and worrying—thrilling because who doesn’t want a break from the grind and worrying because work has slinkily become a sizable chunk of my identity these past few years. That last bit … Continue reading On worrying that work means too much to me →

Have I been using weasel words?

"Some people say...""I have heard that...""It's well known...""In most respects...""It's somewhat true...""I've seen research..." At one time or another, I have said all of the above—and they're all examples of "weasel words." "Weasel words" are words and phrases that "are aimed at creating an impression that something specific and meaningful has been said, when in … Continue reading Have I been using weasel words? →