Raphael Onuku @raphaelboffin@qoto.org

Sometimes it can feel wrong taking breaks when deadlines are looming but it is so important to give yourself time to stop! Listen to your body, it knows best what it needs 🧡

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Confidence can be the difference between aiming for better than your best and trying just not to replicate your worst.

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When I’m working toward a goal and it starts to feel difficult, I can choose to view that as a sign of my weakness or I can choose to view it as a sign of how much I’m growing. And, it’s a great reminder that realizing that growth also requires intentional rest.

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Experiencing failure in research does not mean that you are a failure.

Experiencing failure often means that you are trying something that has not been tried before, and that makes you a researcher.

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One of the most powerful things you can do to support mental health in your workplace is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and acts of kindness are the norm.

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In academia, no matter how much you work, there will always be more that you can do:
-another paper to read
-more edits to the manuscript
-a new committee to serve on

The key is to recognize that NOBODY can do all they want to. Do what you can and know you're doing your best - Prof. Jen!
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