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Yes, Rest and Productivity Go Together
Did you know that rest and productivity go together? I didn’t and it’s cost me several hospital/ER visits, new stress symptoms (dizziness anyone?), and countless episodes of guilt (aka, more stress). BUT, I’m now working on seeing rest and productivity as one in the same with a new focus on whether that rest is restorative.…
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How to find hope during uncertain times
I feel like I’m back in the pandemic where self-isolation (even if intentional), fear, and uncertainty are establishing roots (yet again) in my mind. My go-to coping mechanism is to avoid processing these emotions, focus on being productive, and then hitting a wall where my unprocessed emotions boil over. Working on this habit through therapy…
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Get Somebody Else to Do that To-do List!
Do you ever daydream about sending your clone to do all the things in life that you don’t want to do while the real you just sits on a beach, stays in bed, or runs away to a place far-far-away? Well, this episode can’t tell you how to make said clone, BUT, it does have…
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3 Simple Steps to Proactive Self-Care
The three (oops, no four!) steps that help me be proactive in my self-care during stressful moments. I use this method before meetings, appointments, and talks that I know cause me anxiety and worry. I find it super easy to do and repeat when my brain decides not to remember how to function in these…
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How to get out of a sunken place.
You ever just feel like you’re in a sunken place—a place of sadness, negativity, or even despair? Today’s episode is the product of my recent visit to such a place and strategies on how to get out. Remember, you’re not alone and help is out there. I believe in you Doc. I found this list…
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Welcome to the PhD Level Complete Podcast!
Welcome to the first episode of the PhD Level Complete Podcast! (I can’t even believe this is written for you to read. I will try not get too hyped! — AHHHH! Phew, okay. I’m good—ahem.) In this episode, I talk about my background, and overview of my doctoral journey, and the reasons for why I’ve…





