I guess you could say I have been haunted by a fear of failure. Being selected for this honor has gone a long way to alleviating this fear. There are few things more rewarding than receiving public acclaim for the way in which you have conducted yourself in life. In a way, this honor represents a culmination of a long and arduous journey for me. I am very fortunate.
Many people spend thousands of dollars on therapists to overcome their fears.
The Douglass Society came free of cost. My education at Douglass fit in very well with the way in which I was raised. I was encouraged to always strive for excellence. That standard is an intrinsic part of the Douglass experience. Attending Douglass College is high on my list of fortunate opportunities.