Category: phd

I could have bought a high-end Maserati. Or even a beautiful lakeside cottage. Instead, I chose a path that leaves me embarrassed almost every day. I have a hard time even talking to my wife about...

I don’t need to brag about how much I work. In academia, there’s this unspoken competition of who can put in the most hours, who can publish the most papers--I have a X paper and you don't?!...

The Power of Gamification in Research Pursuing a PhD or conducting research can often feel like a marathon with no clear finish line. The process is long, tedious, and often isolating. However,...

The Illusion of Perfection in Academia In academia, there's an overwhelming pressure to present ourselves as "perfect." We often only show the successful side of our work—published papers,...

In the world of research, it's easy to get caught up in outcomes – publications, results, accolades. But today, I want to celebrate the kindness, support, and encouragement that define your...

I too, like many of us, have experienced the sting of being picked last. I remember it vividly. As a kid, I was often chosen last for sports teams. That memory from when I was seven years old is...