- You are not your PhD- Remember, your identity extends beyond your PhD project. Make time outside the lab to pursue personal interests and reading that enriches your desired self.
- Monitor your physical and emotional well-being with the same diligence as your PhD progress.
- Regular physical activity, time spent in nature, and quality sleep can remove 80% of PhD challenges.
- Establish daily rituals, like journaling upon waking or observing the sunrise, for consistency and grounding.
- Prioritize activities that nurture your physical, emotional, and spiritual health, learning to decline what doesn't serve these areas.
- Utilize feedback and self-reflection as tools for personal growth, incorporating them into your routine.
- Disconnect from screens during the first and last hours of your day to benefit your eyes and promote relaxation.
- Life is not a 12-week program- Embrace life as an ongoing journey rather than a 12-week program, prioritizing continuous growth over immediate gains.
- There is no balance in life, its a myth- Accept life's chaos and focus on cultivating inner calmness through the provided strategies.
