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Breaking Through: 7 Practical Tips for Overcoming A Creative Block

Breaking Through: 7 Practical Tips for Overcoming A Creative Block

September 16, 2024 · PhD & Beyond

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Conquering the New Academic Year as a Scholarly Mama®: Your Ultimate Guide to Success

Conquering the New Academic Year as a Scholarly Mama®: Your Ultimate Guide to Success

September 9, 2024 · PhD & Beyond

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“Mama, Take a Break!”: The Power of the Reflective Pause

“Mama, Take a Break!”: The Power of the Reflective Pause

July 29, 2024 · Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

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PhD Mum Guilt: 10 Effective Ways To Quiet It

PhD Mum Guilt: 10 Effective Ways To Quiet It

July 22, 2024 · Love, Family & Lifestyle, PhD & Beyond

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Feeling Unfulfilled In Scholarly Mama Life? This Old Saying May Be A Timely Clue

Feeling Unfulfilled In Scholarly Mama Life? This Old Saying May Be A Timely Clue

May 27, 2024 · Love, Family & Lifestyle, Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

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Why Doing it All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free

Why Doing it All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free

May 20, 2024 · Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

Why Doing It All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free by Mrs Mummy PhD
How to Overcome PhD Procrastination After Maternity Leave

How to Overcome PhD Procrastination After Maternity Leave

May 6, 2024 · Love, Family & Lifestyle, PhD & Beyond

How to Overcome PhD Procrastination After Maternity Leave by Mrs Mummy PhD
The Scholarly Mamas Collective and The Powerful ‘Why’ Behind It

The Scholarly Mamas Collective and The Powerful ‘Why’ Behind It

April 29, 2024 · Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

The Scholarly Mamas Collective & The Powerful 'Why' Behind It by Mrs Mummy PhD
What To Do When You’ve Fallen Out Of Love With Your PhD

What To Do When You’ve Fallen Out Of Love With Your PhD

April 25, 2024 · PhD & Beyond

What To Do When You've Fallen Out of Love With Your PhD by Mrs Mummy PhD
The Truth About Work-Life Balance: 10 Shifts For Scholarly Mama Success

The Truth About Work-Life Balance: 10 Shifts For Scholarly Mama Success

April 22, 2024 · Love, Family & Lifestyle, Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

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Breaking the Self-Doubt Cycle: Practical Strategies for Scholarly Mamas

Breaking the Self-Doubt Cycle: Practical Strategies for Scholarly Mamas

April 15, 2024 · Personal Growth & Wellness, PhD & Beyond

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Time Management Secrets for Scholarly Mamas

Time Management Secrets for Scholarly Mamas

April 8, 2024 · PhD & Beyond

Time Management Secrets for Scholarly Mamas by Mrs Mummy PhD
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…to be grateful for today and fully present in t …to be grateful for today and fully present in the here and now 🙌🏽

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I chose the extraordinary👇🏽 These are my jo I chose the extraordinary👇🏽

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Here’s why…👇🏽 These are the moments tha Here’s why…👇🏽

These are the moments that matter. When the dust settles, these are the ones you’ll remember for a lifetime 🦋

A slow and soul-filling retreat in the countryside—where the mornings were quietly unhurried, reminded me of the importance of slowing right down and resting without guilt. 

Each morning, we watched the sunrise from our cosy little cabin, wearing our pyjamas and wrapped in warm blankets as the warmth of the sun slowly melted away the overnight frost on the open field before our eyes. 

Then later, what a joy watching the boys run freely under the open skies... Taking deep breaths and truly savouring… 

It’s these simple pauses, these tucked-away moments with our people, that become the memories we carry.

They say we don’t remember days, we remember moments—and this one’s etched in my heart. These are the lived experiences that give meaning to the days in our years. 

A gentle reminder to take the break, be fully there, and let the little things become the big memories. 

You’re more than your PhD.

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What if the best memories aren’t made in the big What if the best memories aren’t made in the big moments—but in the quiet, unhurried pauses in between? 

Recently got back from the sweetest little countryside retreat—where time slowed down, and joy came in the form of two wheels, hours of exploration, and lots of fun and laughter.

On one of the days, we rented bikes and rode through open fields, parks and paths for a good few hours—no rush, no screens, just us. 

These are the breaks that fill your soul, the kind that remind you why slowing down is everything…

Here’s to family time, fresh air, and the beauty of truly living and creating magical memories together…

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Still wouldn’t trade this kind of love for the w Still wouldn’t trade this kind of love for the world…

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I’m deep in the feels too! ❤️❤️❤️

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If only he knew the significance of that little ha If only he knew the significance of that little handmade paper cap he’s wearing that his big bother made…

A lot can change in just a few years! 
 
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It’s the little moments that matter for me… F It’s the little moments that matter for me…

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Breaking barriers, shattering glass but…👇🏽 Breaking barriers, shattering glass but…👇🏽

…with purpose, because life is too short! 

One thing I wish I’d known when I embarked on this journey is that it’s okay if it looked different for me as a Mama, both during and after my PhD. 

It’s amazing how many people look back on their PhD journeys with regret. I’m grateful that hasn’t been my experience…

My PhD journey absolutely looked different as a Mama who began with one child and had two more along the way… and you know what?…it didn’t make my journey any less worthy or impactful. Yes, I chose to prioritise what mattered to me without apology because I refused to put family life on hold or neglect my sense of self.

And now that I’m in that post-PhD Dr era, I’m still living my best life as a wife, Mama and just being human, with an extra ‘Dr’ title in the mix. I’ve realised that my path may still look different from others as I enjoy building my career outside of academia but the impact is no less powerful or the experience any less valid.

But I want to be honest with you Mama, I haven’t arrived at this place without navigating and overcoming many feelings of guilt and inadequacy which often came from comparing myself to others who didn’t have half of the responsibilities I did.

So what did I learn? I learned to love my Scholarly Mama life with all its quirks, nuances and uniqueness. And I still own this identity as my journey continues to evolve into the butterfly it was always destined to be. 

What I’ve learned is this: You have one life, you can’t afford to spend it all in pursuit. Yes, go after your ambitious goals but remember to pause to enjoy the little moments this life offers you as a Mama too, like those morning cuddles and bedtime stories. 

Mama, believe me, your future ‘Dr’ self will thank you for it when you can wake up everyday without guilt and regret. Stop apologising for being the Scholarly Mama you are, stay purposeful… your success chapter awaits :-)

So here’s to consistent progress toward our goals without sacrificing what matters.

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