How Not to Be An *SS: Essays on Becoming A Good & Safe Man by Andrew J. Bauman tracing boards and shaping--from hammers and saws

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He travels widely for writing and speaking

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How Not to Be An *SS: Essays on Becoming A Good & Safe Man by Andrew J. Bauman tracing boards and shaping--from hammers and sawsI am a recovering ass. Of course, at times I still am one, but it's less often. I now recognize my "assness" more quickly, recalibrate, and take action to make amends for my poor behavior. It's important to acknowledge the truth of our mistakes without turning towards self contempt, shame, or beating ourselves up for the harm we have caused to those we love. Yet, we must take full responsibility for our poor behavior and fully own what we have done