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How to Start Something New

Your abusive inner boss would like a word, please.

Heather Havrilesky
Apr 19, 2021
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Over and Above #8 (1963) by Clarence Holbrook Carter

So here we are, on the first day of our brand new jobs! It feels good to start something new, doesn’t it? Are you excited? I am. I have a blank page in front of me and I can write anything I want. I’m freeeeee!

Oh fuck, here comes my boss. She’s such a dick. Trust me, I’ve known her since I was really y…

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