FJ
Trying to do a million things at once.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 May 2023 source ↗
The question
Which trait in yourself do you like least?Originally asked
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My personality.
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I worry that if I don’t challenge myself professionally I’ll lie on the sofa and watch old episodes of Law & Order all day.
Procrastination ... getting overwhelmed ... getting stuck.
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Kind, funny, alive.
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Peaceful and joyful.
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