Mrs Mummy PhD®

Ready to know how you can consistently show up for your Scholarly Mama® dreams? In this episode, we're diving into the powerful mindset shifts that can help you achieve your PhD goals while embracing the joy of Motherhood. Discover why your unique path as a Scholarly Mama® isn't just valid – it might be your secret superpower.

We explore key game-changing mindset principles that will help you move from "someday" to "reality" on your goals. Plus, learn simple but powerful practices for banishing imposter syndrome that you can start using immediately.

Whether you're starting your PhD journey or deep in your thesis write-up, this episode will help you see your academic path in a whole new light.

Tune in for all the tea :-)

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this insightful episode, we explore why purpose matters more than perfection when navigating your PhD journey as a Mama. We dive deep into five hidden traps that often sabotage progress toward your goals as a Scholarly Mama®.

Learn practical strategies for managing these common challenges and discover why focusing on consistent, purposeful progress, rather than perfection, is key to achieving your academic goals while enjoying family life.

Tune in for all the insights :-)

Read the related blog post: The 5 Hidden Traps Scholarly Mamas Fall Into And How to Spot Them

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this episode, I discuss some of the challenges of navigating PhD life as a Mama and the emotional toll this can take on us all. I also take you back to one of the pivotal moments in my journey when I was deep in the throes of the juggle-struggle and how I was able to reconnect with my vision for academic success. Not only did I finish my PhD as a proud Mama of three, but I finished it well!

If you want to transform your juggle-struggle into your purposeful success and break generational patterns of self-sacrifice imposed by academic and mum guilt, so you can finally create the space and freedom to achieve your goals without putting family life on hold, then you need to start rewriting your Scholarly Mama® narrative now. This timely episode is a must-listen! 

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this episode, I challenge the common belief that more productivity hacks are the answer to succeeding in your PhD journey as a Mama. Drawing from lived experiences, I explain why traditional productivity approaches often fall short for Scholarly Mamas®. I share what Scholarly Mamas® actually need instead of more productivity hacks!

Remember Mama, you're not just working on a PhD - you're raising children who will grow up knowing that Mamas are powerful, intelligent, and capable of amazing things!

Read the related blog post: Why Scholarly Mamas Don't Need More Productivity Hacks (+ What They Need Instead)

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this deeply personal episode, I'm taking you back to January 2022 when I was returning from maternity leave with our third son and facing what felt like an impossible task - completing my 100k-worded PhD thesis in 16 months on part-time hours.

I share how I went from nearly quitting to creating "Operation PhD Thesis," the strategic approach that not only helped me submit on time but led to an award-winning thesis and passing my PhD viva with no compulsory amendments.

If you're a Scholarly Mama® feeling overwhelmed by your doctoral thesis writing journey, this episode offers hope and practical insights for moving from stuck and stressed to successfully submitted. 

Read the related blog post here: From Stuck and Stressed To Submitted: How I Finished My PhD Thesis As a Mama of 3

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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Happy New Year 2025!

Let's start 2025 strong with practical strategies for creating focused, intentional progress in both your PhD journey and family life. 

Learn how to create sacred spaces for your academic work, maximise "micro-progress" moments, and develop family-friendly boundaries that honour both your studies and your loved ones. 

Key Takeaways:

• Create dedicated distraction-free spaces for maximum productivity
• Make the most of short, focused work sessions
• Establish visible boundaries that respect both work and family time

This is an episode you won't want to miss! Plus, stay tuned for an exciting announcement coming very soon that will help Scholarly Mamas®, like you, make purposeful progress in 2025 and beyond :-).

Read the related blog post here: Making Space for Progress: The Amazing Power of Focused Effort

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this timely, year-end episode, I reflect on the year 2024 and share 7 surprising things that made my year.

This wasn't a year of obvious HUGE wins but when I gave it some thought I realised that the things that made my year were indeed quite significant because perspective is everything...

I can't wait to share them with you in this reflective episode!

Whether you're a seasoned Scholarly Mama® or just starting your academic motherhood adventure, this episode offers encouraging perspectives to help you design a more fulfilling 2025.

Join me as we explore how embracing both unexpected wins and losses can lead to our greatest lessons and experiences.

Wishing you every success on your 2025 journeys of becoming!

Read the related blog post here: 7 Surprising Things That Made My Year in 2024

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this heartfelt episode, I challenge the conventional academic mindset that prioritises publications, citations, and grants above all else. Partly inspired by a thought-provoking Instagram reel, by testimonies and lived experiences, I explore why pursuing external measures of academic success at the expense of what truly matters can lead to burnout, overwhelm and disillusionment.

In the episode, I discuss:

• Why the "you are your academic output" mindset is fundamentally flawed
• How life experiences and ageing shift our perspective on what truly matters
• A reminder of and signpost to practical strategies for creating meaningful connections this holiday season
• More purposeful ways to measure success

This episode offers a gentle reminder that while academic achievements are important and desirable, they shouldn't come at the cost of life's most precious moments. Whether you're struggling with guilt about taking time off or feeling pressured to work through the holidays, this conversation will help you prioritise what really matters this Christmas season and beyond.

The episode is perfect for PhD students, Scholarly Mamas®, or anyone struggling to juggle academic ambitions and family life during the holidays.

You won't want to miss this one...

Let me also take this opportunity to wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas!

Read the related blog post here: All I Want For Christmas Is...

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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In this powerful episode, I share a transformative moment witnessed in a crowded festive shopping scene – where a Mama shopper's unexpected blackout reveals the raw, vulnerable truth about what really matters during the Christmas holiday season.

*Warning: Some listeners may find the details shared in this episode upsetting, please look after your mental health*

Through a poignant personal story, I challenge all Scholarly Mamas® to release perfectionistic holiday expectations and instead focus on presence, connection, and the profound love that truly defines our most precious family moments.

A must-listen reminder about finding peace amidst the holiday chaos! Tune in :-)

Read the related blog post here: Holiday Chaos: A Powerful Reminder of What Really Matters

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These are our journeys of becoming.

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Are you a Scholarly Mama® preparing for the holiday season and already feeling like you're drowning in PhD guilt? Well, if so, this episode is for you! Join us as we break down three powerful strategies to help you prioritise what truly matters: your family and your well-being.

In this heartfelt episode, we discuss:

• How to set strategic academic boundaries during the holidays
• A simple technique to capture meaningful family moments
• Ways to protect and honour family time like the most important meeting on your calendar

Read the full blog post here: Unwrapping Grace: A Scholarly Mama's Guide to a Restful Holiday Season

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These are our journeys of becoming.

Disclaimer: All views are my own. Nothing shared on this podcast should be considered a substitute for medical/clinical advice or mental health support. Please seek assistance from a qualified professional who can help you if you are struggling or in need of advice/intervention.