The PhD Journey: Embracing Challenge and Prioritizing Wellbeing
Embarking on a PhD journey is a remarkable endeavor that symbolizes not only academic dedication, but also a deep commitment to advancing knowledge in one’s field. However, this path is often...
Rethinking Success and Embracing the Journey: Lessons from the R3ciprocity Project
The Surprising Lesson of Going It Alone When I launched the R3ciprocity Project, I anticipated an outpouring of support from various groups like scientists, researchers, universities, and...
Navigating Academia as a Parent: Solutions for PhD Student Success
PhD students and highly-educated individuals face a unique set of challenges. Among these, balancing the rigorous demands of academic life with personal responsibilities, such as single parenthood or...
Academic Grit: Surviving and Thriving Beyond the Metrics of Success
In academia, rejection is the game. The top journals reject 95% of submissions. This staggering figure paints a picture of an environment where rejection is not the exception, but the rule. When...
In academia, success is often quantified by publications and accolades. But, there lies a less spoken truth – the reality of feeling like an academic 'failure.' This journey is not just about...
I am reminded of the stark reality of academic life every year. It comes back to me every year. It's a world that often idolizes the "idealistic academic researcher", setting standards that many of...
