How do you bring your whole self into the academy? In this episode, Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair—associate professor, scholar of higher ed equity, and yoga teacher—joins Jennifer to talk about the intersections of justice, leadership, and embodied wellness in academic spaces. They discuss: The realities of navigating higher education as a racially minori…

In this inspiring conversation, coach and creative professional Chris Mitchell joins Jennifer to explore how creatives—especially those also working in academia—can better support and sustain their creative practices. From designing personalized structure to redefining professional identity beyond institutional roles, Chris shares her experience wo…

In this episode of The Mindful Academy Podcast, host Jennifer sits down with Lisa Monro, an academic publication consultant, to discuss the essential yet often overlooked skill of academic writing. Lisa shares her journey from historian to writing coach and dives into the structural challenges of publishing, particularly for women and scholars of c…

In this insightful episode, Jennifer talks with Anna Clemens, a PhD chemist turned writing coach, about her journey from science journalism to founding the Researchers’ Writing Academy. Anna shares how her love of writing during her challenging PhD years inspired her to help other academics write and publish more efficiently—particularly those aimi…

In this episode of the Mindful Academy podcast, Jennifer Askey chats with Jennifer Van Alstyne, an expert who helps academics enhance their online presence. They discuss moving beyond the typical, bland faculty website to create dynamic and authentic online spaces that reflect individual research and personalities. Jennifer Van Alstyne shares her e…

As we transition from the Year of the Dragon to the Year of the Snake, we embrace what my friend calls the Do-Over New Year—a second chance to realign our goals and intentions. In this episode, we dive into the idea of alignment—ensuring that the work we do and the ways we spend our time truly reflect our values and desired impact. Joining me is Ca…

In our latest Mindful Academy podcast episode, we explore the critical need for institutional change in higher education with Rebecca Pope, author and faculty development expert. Learn about her appreciative inquiry programs and her books, including 'Unraveling Faculty Burnout.' Rebecca's books: https://theagileacademic.com/books/ Nick Petrie on Bu…

In this episode of The Mindful Academy, Carol Chabries and Jennifer discuss academic leadership. Carol is the founder of the Clario Group, which supports leaders in higher education. They talk about originality and the need for leaders to embrace templates and simplicity. They also discuss the post-pandemic world and the need for leaders to interru…

In this episode of The Mindful Academy, I dive into the critical topic of mental health in academia, inspired by a recent Nature article that sheds light on the struggles PhD students face. Drawing on my experiences as a coach and former professor, I reflect on how systemic challenges—like financial pressures, isolation, competitiveness, and diffic…

In this episode of The Mindful Academy, we explore insights from Dr. Amy Edmondson’s book, The Right Kind of Wrong, on embracing intelligent failure in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environments. Learn how persistence, reflection, accountability, and apology can transform failure into growth and foster compassionate leadership.…

In this episode, I share insights from the Institute of Coaching Conference in Boston, featuring Dr. Alicia Moreland-Capuia's impactful work on trauma-aware organizations. Dr. Moreland-Capuia, a neuroscientist, emphasizes the need for compassion in healthcare and leadership, offering a powerful takeaway: trauma-informed support means "hear me, prot…

In this episode of The Mindful Academy, I discuss the role of a coach as a facilitator, specifically focusing on how coaches can assist teams and departments in academia. Drawing on a recent Mayo Clinic Proceedings study, I outline how facilitative coaching differs from traditional corporate training, emphasizing collaboration and mutual growth. Th…

In today's episode, I discuss how lessons from entrepreneurship can apply to academia, particularly in terms of personal development and overcoming self-limiting beliefs related to marketing and networking. I emphasize that promoting one's work is crucial even in academia, where the quality of scholarship or teaching may not automatically gain reco…

Episode 5 of the Mindful Action Pyramid Planning Challenge focuses on the practical implementation of the previously discussed planning stages. It emphasizes the importance of habits and routines in achieving goals. The episode highlights the use of calendars, time management techniques like the Pomodoro Method, and email management strategies to o…

Episode 4 of the Mindful Action Pyramid Planning Challenge focuses on goal setting. Rather than traditional SMART goals, the episode introduces "PACT" goals: Purposeful, Actionable, Continuous, and Trackable. The emphasis is on creating goals aligned with personal values and long-term objectives, focusing on consistent actions rather than immediate…

In this episode of the Mindful Academic Podcast, I guide listeners through the third phase of the Mindful Action Pyramid: identifying priority outcomes. This step involves creating a brain dump of all current projects and commitments and then selecting the major goals to focus on over the next one to two years. I emphasize the importance of setting…

In this podcast episode, I guide listeners through the second step of the Mindful Action Planning (MAP) Pyramid Challenge, which focuses on defining personal success. I emphasize the importance of aligning career goals with personal values and purpose, rather than simply checking off achievements. I encourage listeners to consider the emotional hal…

In this introduction to the Mindful Action Planning Challenge, I guide participants through the foundational step of identifying their values and crafting a statement of purpose. I emphasize the importance of understanding one's values for mindful decision-making and planning. I also encourage reflection on moments of alignment and offer tools, suc…

In this kickoff episode of the Mindful Action Planning (MAP) Challenge podcast, I introduce the Mindful Action Planning Pyramid, a tool designed to help academic professionals align their career goals with their values. The pyramid consists of four horizontal slices—tasks, goals, outcomes, and success—built on a foundation of personal values. I emp…

In this podcast episode, I explore three predominant mental models that faculty members often have about their roles within academia. The first model is the "freelance independent contractor" mindset, where faculty members see themselves as autonomous professionals who primarily set their own goals and priorities. They may view their relationship w…

In this episode of "Two Kinds of Coaching," I explore the essentials of coaching, particularly in an academic context, and distinguish between individual and group coaching. Emphasizing the transformative power of coaching, I explain how both individual and team coaching can help individuals and groups align their work with their values and goals, …

In this episode of “The Mindful Academy,” I delve into the significance and personal impact of mindfulness and meditation. Highlighting mindfulness as a crucial tool for personal and client coaching, I share insights into the transformative power of stepping out of automatic, knee-jerk reactions and into a space of creativity and intention. Meditat…

Successful academics know that they can’t do it all – or at least not all at once. So a key step in getting a grip on your overwhelm is to decide what success looks & feels like for you. The answer to the question: what does success look like for me is NOT, however, a list of check-offable goals. A book, an R1 grant, this much $$, this many citatio…

The Mindful Academy - Episode 3.9 Highlights Overcoming Faculty Overwhelm: A Deeper Dive Greetings, Mindful Community! In the newest episode (3.9) of the Mindful Academy, I talked about the intricacies of faculty overwhelm. Last episode(3.8), I identified four faculty frustrations, and today, I’m tackling the beast of overwhelm. Check-in with Your …

🔍The Mindful Academy Episode 3.8 Highlights: "Four Flavours of Faculty Frustration" 📚 1. Overwhelm at Work: The aftermath of the pandemic has left academic workplaces in overdrive, with workload spikes persisting. Whether it's adapting to changes or working at cross-purposes with colleagues, overwhelm is a common thread. If you're feeling this, con…

How can you ensure long-term career success while maintaining personal satisfaction? In this episode of The Mindful Academy, our academic coach, Jennifer Askey, dives deep into the emotional journey of transitioning out of academia. She empathizes with individuals experiencing uncertainty and disorientation, recognizing the various practical and in…

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How do you establish and maintain boundaries between your personal and professional life as an academic, especially when it comes to the lines between teaching, research, mentoring, and service responsibilities? In today's episode of The Mindful Academy, our host Jennifer Askey talks about setting and establishing boundaries and understanding that …

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