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This feels familiar...

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The cycle of the uni year is starting to feel like Groundhog Day (and I'm Bill Murray). 

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A dose of the ocean

The beach.

Can a trip to the seaside be good for our mental wellbeing?

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Memento mori

This is a Latin phrase that means ‘remember you must die’.

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Heavy conversations

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What happens when the answer to “How are you?” is not something you’ve anticipated? 

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Two months with my Crumpler

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A review of my Crumpler bag. 

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Extra cash from de-cluttering (and extra clarity too)

In the bustling world of an HDR student balancing research, writing, social events, and casual jobs, it's easy to find ourselves drowning in a sea of chaos.

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Reunions and reconnecting

I’ve just had reunions with friends I’ve made from university and it was incredible.

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Women's health week

Let's chat about women's health in simple terms.

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Don't take your work home with you!

Sitting at a desk

We’ve all heard that saying of avoid taking your work home with you.

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The first year of Ph.D.

For HDR students, the beginning of September reminds us that it is time to start preparing for our annual review. As I look back on the milestones I have completed so far, I recall what my first year as a Ph.D. student was like. It was definitely one of the best years. Here are some of the things that helped me create a good start.

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