Author Archives: Deron Snyder
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Do What Matters
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By VANESSA W. SNYDER I recently came across a note (at the end of this post) and it reminded me of what matters. I’ve looked at this note on numerous occasions over the years, and it never fails to make … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Uncertainty is the only sure thing
By VANESSA W. SNYDER No matter what you’re doing – or trying to do – with your life, you will feel unsure at some point. Of that you can be certain. I’m thinking about that today and reflecting on the … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: When it’s time, we must loosen and let go
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I didn’t know that “releasing” is a whole situation. I recently decided to do it with my dissertation, sending it to an editor. That was an important milestone and I was excited to get there. Much … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: We think we can; ergo, ego
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I call it the ego paradox. Let’s be honest. Anyone who is trying to accomplish something big must have an ego on some level. And that especially includes those of us pursuing doctorate degrees. I struggle … Continue reading
Rising star musician/producer REDWOOD drops new single, ‘Justcuz’
WASHINGTON – A rising star musician/producer has dropped a new single under her new stage name. “Justcuz,” by REDWOOD, is now available everywhere. “When people hear Justcuz, I’m sure they’ll think it’s a love-song kind of vibe,” says the 21-year-old … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: As easy as 1, 2, you must be kidding!
By VANESSA W. SNYDER Have you ever searched for the Easy Button? I need to find it – or a Lifeline – right about now. There must be a secret escape exit somewhere. Some days on the doctoral journey, you … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Say ‘Yes’ to the mess
By VANESSA W. SNYDER There’s an untidiness to this doctoral journey that I had not anticipated. Even though I was told early on that the path to Dr. Snyder isn’t direct, I didn’t fully grasp the concept until now. … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Milestone ahead? Please hold
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I really wanted the name of this blog to be “Milestones.” It would’ve been so perfect, having started at end of an unusual year and with the promise of a new one. Writing about reaching the … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Words go deeper as actions
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I’ve created my own definition for the word “dissertating.” It’s actually in the dictionary as a form of “dissertate,” a verb. Not surprisingly, it is the act of writing a dissertation. Silly me thought I was … Continue reading
NESSA’S NOTIONS: Take your medicine and get better
By VANESSA W. SNYDER I’m wondering if feedback is just another word for criticism. It’s not. Dictionary.com defines feedback as a “reaction or response to a particular process or activity.” (I already knew that but needed confirmation). The sting … Continue reading
