Imposter syndrome is not a sign that you don’t belong in your doctoral program. It’s a sign that you understand the weight of what you’re doing. Keep going. Your dissertation doesn’t need to be perfect — it needs to be done. #DoctoralCoaching #PhDLife

I chair dissertations and coach doctoral students. Most don’t stall because they “can’t write.” A doctorate isn’t about being the smartest in the room. It’s about clarity and structure. ABD? Stuck? Preparing for proposal or defense? Happy to help. DM open. #PhD #DBA #EdD #DissertationLife

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Not the Twins (E&T) having a public breakup!

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*email from fidelity investments* Me:

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We still celebrate Black History Month and All cultural history over here in Blueskys

The juxtaposition of today’s events is deeply ironic. As millions across gather to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a revered civil rights leader who fought tirelessly for racial equality and justice, we simultaneously witness the swearing-in of a man who is the exact antithesis. Damn

My MLK day piece is up. open.substack.com/pub/sherrily...

It Is MLK Day. Do Not Despair. This Year Especially, We Have Work To Do.

With delicious anticipation, we imagined it.

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After repeatedly ignoring my feedback on not just copying AI generated responses and not citing anything… your final grade is…..

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End of the semester and everyone starts caring…suddenly it’s “ dearest most honorable Professor Dr Bush” I thoroughly enjoyed your class..”

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Happy 100th Birthday to my Soror, the legendary late Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm! A trailblazer who shattered barriers and made history with unapologetic strength and fierce love for the people. Your legacy still inspires me to fight for justice, equality, and a better tomorrow.

Student: I’m sorry I ghosted you all term.. is there any chance of extra credit?

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Booking a cruise, fingers crossed for an alien abduction before MTG becomes the Secretary of Transportation.

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Is this where the folks who don’t aspire to be humble are?? #addtoblacksky

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