Bemused or Amused? Another Word Loses Its Meaning
Teddy Snyder | Like the words “verbiage” and “expansive”, “bemused” has apparently lost its meaning through misuse.| Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
Do you speak up about issues in your sex life with your romantic partner? Or about political issues with close friends and family who disagree with you? Or about fundamental philosophical differences with friends from work or school? Many people are afraid to discuss important disagreements with those they care about. They fear that talking about […] The post The Courage to Speak Up appeared first on Thinking Directions.| Thinking Directions
Noticing and learning from negative feedback is crucial to self-improvement. Unfortunately, negative feedback can come in an unpleasant and even an unjust form. People who give unsolicited criticism are not always the most supportive of creatures. There are fault-finders and know-it-alls among us. It’s easy to feel discouraged and unappreciated by someone who is focused […] The post View Your Critic as the Canary in the Coal Mine appeared first on Thinking Directions.| Thinking Directions
Teddy Snyder | Maybe you thought opinions that relied on grammar were outliers. Not so. Three recent cases where courts based their opinions on rules of grammar. The post This Is Happening More Often Than You Realize: More Court Opinions That Rely on Grammar appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.| Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
Teddy Snyder | Like the words “verbiage” and “expansive”, “bemused” has apparently lost its meaning through misuse.| Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
Teddy Snyder | Does it feel like the players in your case are acting without rhyme or reason? Like Milo in 'The Phantom Tollbooth,' your job as a lawyer is to restore good decision-making and rational behavior.| Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
