Stay true to yourself

In today's episode, Dr. Onwuemene discusses the importance of authenticity for early career faculty. She also offers practical advice for those feeling burnt out and exhausted, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves and make meaningful changes in their lives.

Key Points Discussed:

• The pressures of academia and the tendency to conform
• The unique challenges faced by women and underrepresented minorities in academia
• The exhaustion and consequences of trying to please others at the expense of oneself
• The importance of feeling and acknowledging pain as a step towards healing and transformation
• The necessity of authenticity and the courage to step out of the status quo
• Strategies for creating a supportive microenvironment and managing external pressures
• The ro ...