From Donna's Desk:

So Parker stopped by today with that expression he reserves for “congratulations” he doesn’t mean and “support” he weaponizes.
He said, “Glad to see the help is going where it’s most needed.”
Which I believe is fox-speak for:
"You’re a mess, but at least it’s entertaining."
To which I say:
Yes, my team is enthusiastic.
Yes, we submitted a small forest worth of paper.
And yes, mental wellness is a real need—not a branding opportunity.
So here’s what I want to hear from you:
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What’s the smallest, weirdest, or most surprisingly effective thing that’s ever helped your team feel human again?
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Have you ever had a great idea survive the bureaucratic blender, and how did it feel?
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And how do you respond when a colleague shows up with a smile that smells like sabotage?
Drop a comment. Share your experience.
Or tell me what you hope got approved, before I find out and have to practice radical acceptance.
I’ll be here.
Pretending not to refresh my inbox.
Donna
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2 thoughts on “The Winner is Chosen”
Cierra
Thanks so much for your belief in us, Parker.
donnalake
Parker believes he is always the smartest one in the room. We’ll see how that works out.
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About Donna Lake
Poured Out
October 1, 2025
Potential
September 24, 2025
Scents and Sensibilities
September 17, 2025
Bonsai Rescue
September 10, 2025
Zen Activated
September 6, 2025
The Grant Reveal
August 27, 2025
The Winner is Chosen
August 20, 2025
The Vote
August 13, 2025
Mental Wellness is a Competitive Sport
August 6, 2025