News: study stress
The importance of exercise
Recently, I went to watch a few of my friends complete the 10K Barossa Marathon that they had been practising and preparing for over the past few months. Watching them cross the finish line was incredibly satisfying and inspiring.
Tips for a productive study day
October is finally here, so you know what that means: exam season is upon us.
Self-care
One of the podcasts I listen to is called We Can Do Hard Things and it is hosted primarily by Glennon Doyle, joined by her wife Abby, and her sister Amanda. One of their recent episodes talked about the best advice they were ever given. There was plenty of great advice, some of which I’ve already received and have been such game-changers.
Thinking of doing a Ph.D. as a parent
The first thing I would say is, “Why not?”. It sounds scary, but it is something that’s possible and many individuals have accomplished this feat. Both of my Ph.D. supervisors were parents when they were completing their doctoral degrees. Having said that, I think the reasons for wanting to study again as an HDR student are crucial to success.
Living deadline to deadline
It’s that time of the year as we begin to tread the muddy waters of the final few teaching weeks. The mud is thick, and I surely can’t seem to move.
