Honestly Human

Honestly Human

A Shy, Anxious Stutterer Rises Above a Scumbag Teacher

Michael Thompson’s new book "Shy By Design" will help you express your authenticity

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Rick Lewis
Aug 15, 2024
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Follow Your Blisters

Michael Thompson, author of Shy By Design, is an open book—which is the best reason I can think of to open the one he’s just written. As an example of an honest human, it’s my pleasure to introduce him and his work.

I can’t imagine Micheal would ever use the word “scumbag” to describe anybody,…

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