Resilience and Well-being in Academia
Academia is an ultramarathon that we try to run as a sprint. This approach tends to leave us with little time or energy and few resources to cope with challenges. But a healthier approach to research is possible and is essential if you want to build a sustainable career in academia (or anywhere else in this fast-paced,
competitive world).
During this workshop, we explore:
- The self-critical inner voices that sabotage your motivation and enjoyment for your work;
- How your mindset can help or hinder your day-to-day life and your future career prospects;
- How certain maladaptive coping strategies (e.g. procrastination and avoidance) maintain these selfsabotaging thought and behaviour cycles.
- How to reshape your thinking and behaviour patterns to work for you in pursuit of your goals.
Workshop-Leitung
Desiree Dickerson, PhD is a former researcher and a clinical psychologist who specialises in academic
mental health and well-being. Based in Europe, she works with leading academic institutions, lab
groups, and academics themselves in the pursuit of a healthier approach to research.
She has also contributed to the dialogue around mental health and well-being in academia through
pieces on imposter syndrome, grad school mental health and a recent one on Mental health
strategies during COVID.

Anmeldung und weitere Informationen
Bitte geben Sie uns bei der Anmeldung folgende Informationen bekannt: Akademische(r) Grad(e), Fachbereich der (angestrebten) Habilitation, (Arbeits-)Titel des Habilitationsprojekts, Institution & Institut.