The year 2017 was always going to be a pretty stressful year for me. It symbolised the culmination of four years of hard work, continuous mental angst with the imposter syndrome, and the feeling of “…
It wasn’t too long ago that I finished my PhD. I vividly remember feeling elated that I had completed the journey, and also the feeling of relief that I am free from the long hours, constant thoughts…
Back in school, one Mr. Alan Bootle gave me a very important lesson on believing in myself, having confidence in my abilities, and believing that I am better than I think. This positivity has really…
This week is the culmination of almost 5 years hard graft, some very long days, long stretches without days off, and blood, sweat, and tears. It's graduation week! I was finally able to celebrate all…
And so the saying goes, as one door closes, another one opens. This is certainly true for me at the moment in academic research – albeit slightly different with a number of doors slightly ajar. And I…
I really do love what I do! Doing a PhD is amazing. It is hard work, long hours, and you never really switch off – forever thinking, planning, analyzing, dreaming of the project – which, yes, is…