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Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing

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One of the basic life lessons every child should learn is this: "Do not assume malevolence where ignorance is sufficient." That's a mouthful, but let's break it down. "Do not assume..." Assumption is at the root of most human conflict. Assumption—to suppose something, without proof—is a form of prejudice. Voltaire once observed that: "Prejudice is …

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Managing Change without Judgment

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It is not my usual custom to bang on sacred cows, but while we're on the topic of change and judgment, I thought I'd add another nickel to my earlier two cents. I'd like to look at why change is so difficult for people, but before I do so I feel it important to give …

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