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Tag: vacation
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Using a “do not do” list for work-life balance during breaks
Breaking the cycle of using academic breaks to catch up on work? Create a “do not do” list instead of a to-do list. Learn how to maintain academic work-life balance during breaks by setting clear boundaries, avoiding work email, and embracing genuine rest without guilt. Your future self will thank you.
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Planning to take a real break
I’m about to go on annual leave over the summer break and usually, this period sees me making lists of All The Things I’m going to finish over the holidays. The thinking is that I’ll start the new academic year afresh, and feeling invigorated because I’ve finally (FINALLY) cleared the ‘to do’ list. What it…
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Rest may be your most urgent task
It’s time to challenge the notion that rest comes after completing urgent work. In academia, there’s always another task waiting. By treating rest as your most urgent daily priority, you create sustainable conditions for high-quality academic work. By prioritising rest in academia you can transform your productivity and well-being.