Mom and I declared it was time we conquered our phobia, together.

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With each successful dumpling or stir fry, I felt the rush of having conquered something while also learning essential stories of my past.

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In keeping with this strategy, known as deliberate practice, I bought a drum machine and finally conquered (or at least came to terms with) my oldest nemesis, rhythm.

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As you industry gets conquered, as they all do, I would argue you need to network more and with people in different industries that require similar skills.

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Maybe it was because I'd faced down such a daunting dish and conquered the need to impress.

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