Did you start the semester off with a bang but have since lost steam? Do you need to reset your wellness routine before midterms?If so, join us for the “Wellness Reset” which is a free, mid-semester virtual retreat designed to provide students with a space for reflection and rejuvenation in the midst of the school… Continue reading Wellness Reset Fall 2022!
You're invited! The “Wellness Reset” (Nov 13 at 12 pm EST) is a mid-semester virtual retreat designed to provide students with a space for reflection and rejuvenation in the midst of the school year. Each session will offer participants an opportunity to ground themselves in their “why” as they approach the final stretch of the… Continue reading The Wellness Reset
Q: How do you manage feelings of intimidation/imposter syndrome as a new PhD student who does not have a master's degree? A: Whew this is a BIG question and definitely something I've experienced firsthand. I think that the first thing is to acknowledge what you are feeling and then try to put things into perspective. … Continue reading Imposter syndrome as a PhD with no MA?
Q: If there are so many potential drawbacks, especially in terms of mental health, why do people still pursue a PhD? A: I would start by saying that any job, not just the PhD, has the potential to have a negative mental health impact. A toxic environment can exist anywhere--I know from experience. Secondly, I… Continue reading Is a PhD worth the stress?
On Thursday, February 21st, 2019 I passed my qualifying exam with distinction!
I have exactly 19 days before I sit for my exam and 7 days until I'm supposed to turn in my finished bibliographies. I definitely feel like I'm losing steam. I've been preparing for the last three months, and quite frankly, I'm just tired. In part, maybe I'm starting to feel this way because I… Continue reading Marathon Mindset
There are levels to relationships. Sometimes, we place people in the wrong position because we act from a place of loneliness rather than self confidence. Sometimes, people think they are entitled to a position that they haven't earned. Sometimes, people need to ride the bench for the season and others just need to get kicked… Continue reading Back to School Pt. 4: Who you wit?
My pretend big sister, Myleik Teele, recently had Dr. Joy Harden Bradford PhD of Therapy for Black Girls as a guest on her My Taught You podcast. I'm a strong advocate for therapy, individual and group, so when I heard that this collaboration was happening, my inner fangirl perked up. The way that Myleik… Continue reading Therapy for Black Girls x Myleik Teele
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