Question in the title really...
I'm living with a chronic health condition. Need to prioritise my health and have days in the week when I can do things that help manage my condition. I've realised that academia has taken over my identity. I talk about it all the bloody time, have become such a bore. Like many colleagues, Covid pushed me to burnout. I love working with the students, especially personal tutoring. The autonomy and flexibility is also unlike any other job. But there is so much I detest - the last minute culture, endless marking, politics, never feeling good enough etc.
I am full time in a T&R role. Have worked part time before but in research roles or purely teaching posts. I need to work less and look after myself more but is it feasible in academia in a lectureship? If you manage it, please share how! Will I be forever frazzled and frustrated and resent putting in more unpaid hours? I worked so hard to get here but am at the point where I have to prioritise my health. Have had some serious scares recently which gave me a shock.
Any wise words welcomed.
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ruthypfdraper · 22/10/2021 08:51
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