I manage my work schedule with three key tools: my task manager, note-taking app, and calendar. Without proper maintenance, my task list gets cluttered. I currently work as a postdoctoral research scientist who specializes in sleep research. There will
You can love your job and still take time off. The two are not mutually exclusive. I sometimes hear academics proudly admit that they don’t take vacation days. I used to be one of them. When I was in
A quick guide to safely navigate cognitive and emotional deficits after the occasional night of sleeplessness. In a few words, take it easy. It can feel difficult to sleep these days. I study sleep for a living, and even I
Digital interstitial journal methods to stay focused during the work day. | postdoc diaries #3. There are some days that work feels chaotic. There are few breaks from one meeting to the next. Individual work is thrown somewhere at the
Interstitial journaling helps me to organize my daily work schedule as an academic researcher. | postdoc diaries #2 Have you ever gotten to the end of your work day and could barely remember what you actually worked on? You were
Time management skills are important for focused thought and productivity. Effective time management may also be critical for maintaining good sleep health. Consistent sleep/wake schedules and getting enough sleep can depend on how well we plan and manage our time.
Sleeping well is about more than how much time you spend asleep. We normally ask our friends and loved ones how they’re doing. I like to also check in and ask how they’re sleeping. They often tell me how
I work on (most) Saturdays: here’s why | postdoc diaries, #1 Since I was a graduate student, I planned work for most Saturday mornings. Now, as a postdoctoral researcher, I continue with that tradition. Working on Saturday has helped me
A calm mind and body for better sleep There are certain things that I consciously avoid near my bedtime because they almost always make for a worse night of sleep. When I work too late, I’m normally left with lingering