Mar 08 2006
would-should dilemma
Masquerading under the technically-fancy name: Cognitive Dissonance. This happened when replying to a work-meeting invite where I
- would go because it will be easy to add value and have work-related fun.
- should not go because it will delay completing stuff I need done by YESTERDAY!
e-mail exchange:
Wendy: I may be able to make this, but its unlikely, better to find a replacement for me. (too difficult to just say ”I can’t be there“)
Colleague: Wendy, there clearly is NO replacement for you :-)
Despite my better judgement and his cute dimples I didn’t propose to this guy. Last time I checked he was married. But then US folks have such a quick marriage dissolution time (90 days?) it’s difficult to track.
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