The podcast episode from Nature Careers discusses the mental health crisis in academia, exploring challenges faced by researchers, including performance pressure and harassment. It highlights the initiatives academics are taking to foster better mental well-being within their environments. Desiree Dickerson, a clinical psychologist, emphasizes the importance of redirecting attention away from self-criticism towards contributions and motivations that inspire academics. The discussion illustrates practical steps and changes that can lead to happier and healthier academic practices.
The key tool that we wield is our attention, right? The spotlight of our attention and where we shine it. Because we tend towards perfection...
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