Tara Brabazon podcast The book launch of Comma: how to restart, reclaim and reboot your PhD
Apr 28, 2022
The podcast explores navigating challenges in academia, embracing fear, and understanding the implications of 'It's your PhD'. It also discusses the effects of neoliberalist capitalism on mental health and the importance of nurturing supportive environments in higher education.
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Power of Managing Disappointment
- Disappointment is universal and managing it productively is key to growth.
- Label disappointment clearly and transform it into constructive actions and self-development.
Facing Fear to Progress
- Feel your fear and act despite it to progress in your PhD journey.
- Use fear as a signal to develop courage and make meaningful decisions.
Maintain Authentic Academic Identity
- Define your authentic public and private self for academic integrity.
- Avoid becoming an overexposed 'advertisement' to protect your identity and values.