Best Host Dr. Michelle Gibbs Podcasts (2024)

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68. How To Reach Your Full Potential in Scholarly Motherhood 29:45

2d ago29:45

29:45

In this episode, I share another deep reflection from my recent travels to an academic conference in my field. Tune in to hear my travel musings and learn how to reach your full potential in Scholarly Motherhood. Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS! Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM …

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67. Conference Musings and Why It's Time to Stop Navigating PhD Motherhood Alone 20:17

9d ago20:17

20:17

In this episode, I share one of many reflections from an academic conference I recently attended in my field. Tune in to learn why it's time to stop navigating PhD Motherhood alone and begin building meaningful connections with other Scholarly Mamas® who 'get it'. Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCU…

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66. Navigating Graduate School as a First Generation PhD and BIPOC Mother with Dra Yvette Martínez-Vu 58:43

16d ago58:43

58:43

In this inspiring episode, guest Dra Yvette Martínez-Vu from Grad School Femtoring recollects her experience of navigating academia as a first-generation PhD student and BIPOC (Black/ Indigenous/ People of Colour) Mother with amazing insights on her femtoring services, her Chicana m(other)work, and her commitment to empowering first-gen scholars. S…

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65. Reflective Replay of 'Father's Day Special: How My Dad's Fatherhood Shaped My Motherhood' 16:28

23d ago16:28

16:28

In this week's episode, we're reflecting on Father's Day and an extraordinary guy who shaped my motherhood through his fatherhood! Tune in to listen to this very special 'Reflective Replay' of a previous episode :-). Read the related blog post: Father's Day Special: How My Dad's Fatherhood Shaped My Motherhood Read all the details here about Schola…

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64. 6 Key Reasons Why Dads Should Prioritise Self-care 15:52

1M ago15:52

15:52

Self-care has become the new buzzword. The internet and social media are inundated with self-care messages. As busy Mamas, it's great that we don't have to look far for reminders about the importance of self-care. But what about Dads? Don't they need to practice self-care too? In this episode, I want to talk about why self-care matters for Dads too…

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63. Let's Co-work with Purpose: Introducing Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS 19:18

1M ago19:18

19:18

I am so excited to introduce to you something I wish I had when I was navigating the juggle-struggle of PhD Motherhood. Introducing Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS - our brand new virtual co-working space designed for busy Scholarly Mamas® who have a million things on their plates but little time on their calendars. If this sounds like something you'd be in…

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62. Feeling Unfulfilled In Scholarly Mama Life? This Old Saying May Be A Timely Clue 16:22

2M ago16:22

16:22

Have you ever wondered why, amidst the accolades of academia and the joys of motherhood, a sense of fulfilment still seems elusive? In this episode, we approach this conundrum with honest introspection. We're conditioned to celebrate our roles as mothers and scholars, yet many of us harbour a quiet dissatisfaction that undermines our accomplishment…

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61. Why Doing It All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free 12:05

2M ago12:05

12:05

As a Scholarly Mama myself, I understand the challenges of juggling motherhood with the demands of PhD life. But I'm here to share the raw truths of this juggle, the pitfalls of the "do it all" mentality, and the power of embracing our authentic, multifaceted selves. In this episode, I share why doing it all is keeping you stuck and how to break fr…

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60. Unravelling The Hidden Joys of Being A Scholarly Mama 21:59

2M ago21:59

21:59

In juggling the rigours of academia with the tenderness of motherhood, I've walked the intricate path of Scholarly Motherhood. It's a story of resilience and triumph, in which I share the wisdom I've gathered from my own experience as a Mama of 3 who also navigated a PhD journey. In this inspiring episode, we celebrate every Scholarly Mama navigati…

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59. Research and Rattles: How to Overcome PhD Procrastination After Maternity Leave 26:15

2M ago26:15

26:15

As a Scholarly Mama who's weathered the storm of returning to PhD life post-maternity leave, I'm no stranger to the siren song of procrastination. In an intimate sharing of my journey, I reveal the strategies that helped me stay the course amidst the chaos of new motherhood. It's a road filled with sleepless nights and the guilt of time away from y…

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58. Triumph Through Turmoil: A Journey of Motherhood and PhD Resilience with Dr Kristine Nicki Annunziata 1:30:31

2M ago1:30:31

1:30:31

In this very special guest episode, Dr Kristine Nicki Annunziata, a nurse with a PhD in addiction studies, graces the podcast with her extraordinary tale, one that marries the rigorous demands of academic research with the unpredictable whirlwind of motherhood. Nicki, a mother to three, including twins, peels back the curtain on her life's compelli…

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57. The Truth About Work-Life Balance: 10 Shifts For Scholarly Mama Success 41:08

3M ago41:08

41:08

Discover my 10-step formula for Scholarly Mamas seeking harmony between their academic pursuits and personal lives. In this episode, I tackle the myth of work-life balance head-on, offering a new narrative that celebrates mindful intention and aligns with your deepest values. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for those academic matriarchs …

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56. Breaking the Self-Doubt Cycle: Practical Strategies for Scholarly Mamas 38:28

3M ago38:28

38:28

Struggling with the ever-present specter of self-doubt while trying to juggle the hats of scholarly life and motherthood, I know the internal battle all too well. Join me as I share my own experiences with procrastination and last-minute pressure, and let's unravel the strategies to bolster our confidence and march forward in our scholarly pursuits…

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55. Moving My Family Abroad To Do A PhD with Dr Sidra Iftikhar 46:28

3M ago46:28

46:28

Imagine embarking on the rigorous path of a PhD journey while cradling the joys and challenges of motherhood. Dr. Sidra Iftikhar did just that - stretching her academic wings in Spain, nurturing her family, and diving into the world of e-learning research. Her compelling story unfolds in our latest episode, where she reveals the motivations for her…

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54. Reflective Replay of 'Journeys of Becoming - Why I Started Mrs Mummy PhD' 21:35

3M ago21:35

21:35

Enjoy this reflective replay of the first ever Mrs Mummy PhD® podcast episode! I invite you to join me in celebrating a year of shared growth and empowerment on the Mrs Mummy PhD® podcast. Imagine a place where academic aspirations and the art of motherhood don't just coexist but flourish - that's the journey we've embarked on together. Throughout …

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53. 10 Things That Made PhD Motherhood Easier 40:13

4M ago40:13

40:13

Have you ever wished you were a fly on the wall in someone else's PhD Motherhood journey to see what they did to make it easier? Well, here you go! Don't miss this front-row seat to 10 things that made my PhD Motherhood journey more doable. Full show notes: COMING SOON! Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's…

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52. "We made it!" Toll Roads and A Whole Year of Podcasting 41:56

4M ago41:56

41:56

It's been a whole year of the Mrs Mummy PhD® podcast! Join me in this celebratory episode where we reflect on the past year of podcasting plus navigating a PhD as a Mama. And if you're wondering what any of that has to do with toll roads, you'll have to tune in to find out! If you're a Mama on a scholarly journey, this episode is one you won't want…

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51. "Mama, Take a Break!" The Power of The Reflective Pause 28:20

4M ago28:20

28:20

Navigating PhD life as a Mama can feel overwhelming at the best of times. As a Mama doing a PhD, you can't simply 'believe' your way through the juggle-struggle! You need practical strategies to help you navigate this challenging journey. In this episode, we'll discuss the power of the reflective pause when Scholarly Mama® life gets overwhelming an…

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50. Nurturing Brilliance: Celebrating the Remarkable Beauty of PhD Motherhood 23:57

4M ago23:57

23:57

Are you a mother pursuing a PhD? Balancing the demands of motherhood and academia is no small feat, but it's an incredible journey that deserves recognition and admiration. In this episode, we'll explore the unique challenges, triumphs, and experiences that come with being a PhD mother. If you are on this Scholarly Mama® journey, or thinking about …

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49. How Burnout and A Cancer Diagnosis Led To Prioritising Self-Care - with 'Wellthy Mama' Melissa K Lowe 46:19

5M ago46:19

46:19

This week, we are continuing our self-love awareness with an inspiring guest, Melissa K Lowe, from 'The Wellthy Mama'. After experiencing corporate burnout and receiving a life-altering cancer diagnosis, Melissa is now on a mission to help busy Mamas prioritise themselves. Melissa, a self-care coach for busy, working mothers, is also the brains beh…

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48. Self-Love As a Revolutionary Success Strategy 28:41

5M ago28:41

28:41

With Valentine's Day widely celebrated, February is often perceived as a month of love. However, how many of us take the time to love ourselves? And not just once per year, but as often as we can :-). Self-love may look different for everyone but in this timely episode, I break down how self-love can be your revolutionary strategy for success! You …

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47. Navigating Your PhD Journey as a Mother with 3 Actionable Steps 19:44

5M ago19:44

19:44

I always try to find lessons in everyday life and as a Mum of three boys, I am constantly navigating my way through fields of toys, which I've realised is not too dissimilar from navigating a PhD journey! So in this episode, I share a recent experience of this and the three actionable steps I extrapolated, which you can easily apply to your PhD jou…

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46. The Hardest Part of Navigating a Scholarly Journey as a Mama 24:17

5M ago24:17

24:17

One day it just hit me... Despite all of the challenges I was facing on my Scholarly Mama® journey, this one was the hardest of them all. If you're a Mama on a scholarly journey, many of the challenges discussed in this episode will hit home for you, but I'd love to know what you think about the one that I decided was the hardest for me! Tune in to…

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45. Reflective Replay of 'What's Holding You Back Mama?' 18:39

5M ago18:39

18:39

Enjoy this reflective replay of a previous episode on the podcast. A few years ago, as I waited to board the tube (train) in the hustle and bustle of the evening rush hour, I had a teachable moment that spoke to me in such a way that I felt compelled to share it with you. Tune in to find out! Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discove…

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44. This Single Word Swap Is A Game-Changer for Any Mama Doing a PhD 24:23

6M ago24:23

24:23

This single-word swap is a game changer for any Mama doing a PhD. Why? Because it's a mindset shift that will change the way you think about your PhD journey forever! Full show notes: COMING SOON! Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how we can work together to get you closer to your Scholarly Mama…

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43. The Post-PhD Wilderness And How To Navigate It 38:04

6M ago38:04

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The post-PhD wilderness is real. But how do we navigate it as Scholarly Mamas®? In this podcast episode, I share my thoughts on how you can prepare for and navigate the post-PhD wilderness. Full show notes: COMING SOON! Make sure you register for our FREE 'PhD with Purpose Mamanar' and join us inside Scholarly Mamas! Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book …

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42. Reframing Failure As A Scholarly Mama 29:37

6M ago29:37

29:37

How do we perceive and deal with failure as Scholarly Mamas®? In this podcast episode, I share my thoughts on facing failure as Mamas on doctoral journeys and how we can reframe it for good. Full show notes: COMING SOON! Make sure you register for our FREE 'PhD with Purpose Mamanar' and join us inside of the Collective! Links referenced in the podc…

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41. Inside The Scholarly Mamas Collective Plus 3 Important Traps to Avoid in 2024 14:30

6M ago14:30

14:30

Happy New from Mrs Mummy PhD®! It's finally time to open the doors to our purposeful collective: Scholarly Mamas®! In this podcast episode, I share more on what's inside of the network and how you can get FREE access to some areas of Scholarly Mamas® via our EXPLORE plan. This will give you instant access to our FREE Mamanar called 'PhD with Purpos…

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40. Merry Christmas & Reflective Replay of 'Finding Fulfilment: Why You Need to Prioritise What Matters Now' 25:12

7M ago25:12

25:12

Merry Christmas from Mrs Mummy PhD®! This is a season of love but it's also a season of reflection and on today's episode, we are sharing a Reflective Replay of an earlier episode that feels quite timely now as you maybe reflecting on 2023 and thinking ahead for 2024. Enjoy the Reflective Replay! The Scholarly Mama juggle-struggle is hard. This is …

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39. Huge Wins And Hard Lessons From 2023: The Rollercoaster Year That Changed My Life Forever 37:49

7M ago37:49

37:49

I don't know about you, but 2023 certainly brought me some huge wins and some hard lessons too! It was truly a rollercoaster of a year but one that changed my life forever. As I reflect on the year 2023, I share some of those huge wins and hard lessons in this emotional episode. Trigger warning: I emotionally discuss our recent experience of grief …

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38. Is Scholarly Mamas For You? 26:33

7M ago26:33

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Our new Scholarly Mamas® webpage is now live! Check it out here. But who is the Scholarly Mamas® collective really for? The previous episode focussed on why Scholarly Mamas was created... This episode is all about who Scholarly Mamas® is for! If you simply want to blend your PhD life and Mama life in a way that allows you to achieve your personal a…

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37. The Scholarly Mamas Collective and The Powerful 'Why' Behind It 24:24

7M ago24:24

24:24

Sometimes we just have to be the change we want to see. I knew the moment I started my PhD as a Mama of 1 that it was going to be a hard road ahead, but nothing prepares you for doing a PhD while becoming a Mama of 2 and then a Mama of 3. And although this did not change my goal of completing my PhD, it did change the way I went about achieving it.…

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36. What To Do When You've Fallen Out Of Love With Your PhD 25:07

8M ago25:07

25:07

If anyone tells me that they've completed a PhD without ever thinking of walking away from it, they are not being truthful. As Scholarly Mamas, we all have these moments at some point during our PhD journeys, where we realise that no matter how hard we keep working at it... we fall out of love with it... The PhD pressure rises and the passion fades…

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35. The 7 C's Every Scholarly Mama Needs To Unlock Success 26:30

8M ago26:30

26:30

As Scholarly Mamas, we all want to reach our academic (& personal) goals. However, it can be difficult to know where to begin when our goals feel unattainable at times. Well, as someone who has been through this in quite an unconventional way, I want to share the 7 key pillars every Scholarly Mama needs to kickstart that success. I hope you enjoy t…

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34. 'Manage Your Energy Over Your Time!': What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Scholarly Mama 16:44

8M ago16:44

16:44

As Scholarly Mamas, who wear many hats, we're often told to master the art of time management. And it makes sense in theory, right? If we're in the throes of the juggle-struggle, we could try organising our time more effectively to get in control of our tasks... However, in reality, managing your energy might be the secret to blending your academic…

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33. Time Management Mastery for Purposeful Scholarly Mamas 17:32

8M ago17:32

17:32

As a Scholarly Mama, you are certainly no stranger to the juggling act of managing both your academic pursuits and the demands of motherhood. It's a challenging task, but with the right time management strategies, you can master both and achieve your academic goals while still being present for your family. If you want to know more, this is an epis…

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32. Purpose Over Prestige: A New Rule For Success 17:57

9M ago17:57

17:57

It's time for a new rule for success as the obsession with prestige does not serve us as Scholarly Mamas. So what's the new rule for success for us as Scholarly Mamas? It's simply valuing purpose over prestige! If you want to know more, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Read the related blog post: Purpose over Prestige: A New Rule For Succ…

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31. The Hidden Benefits of Doing Your PhD Part-Time 21:11

9M ago21:11

21:11

Doing your PhD part-time can sometimes feel like an unwanted option for most scholars but it can be a lifeline for some of us as Scholarly Mamas! While it's not for everyone, there are so many hidden benefits of doing your PhD part-time and in this episode, I share a few of those with you, in case you're faced with the choice of whether to do your …

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30. 7 Important Things No One Shares About Doing A PhD With Kids 19:59

9M ago19:59

19:59

Have you ever wished you had a little inside scoop into what PhD it's like doing a PhD with kids? Well in this episode you get just that, the inside scoop nobody gives you! Full show notes: 7 Important Things No One Shares About Doing a PhD with Kids If you want to find out more about how I can support you in purposefully transforming your juggle-s…

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29. Becoming a PhD Doctor: The Simplicity of Scholarly Mama Joy 17:01

9M ago17:01

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Becoming a PhD doctor feels so surreal... and what a journey it's been! But where is the real joy in all of this for a Scholarly Mama like me? As you know, I was recently officially awarded my PhD and while I am still processing it all, I wanted to share with you my reflections on becoming this new version of myself. Here is the link to my childhoo…

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28. 8 Practical Ways To Give Your PhD Meaning Beyond Academia 20:14

9M ago20:14

20:14

"Does my PhD have meaning?" We all ask ourselves this question at some point on our journey through academia. It may seem a strange question, but when was the last time you felt like your PhD had real meaning and significance beyond the academic landscape? Let's explore this together in this episode! Full show notes: 8 Practical Ways To Give Your P…

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27. What To Do When PhD Life Throws You Lemons? 21:19

10M ago21:19

21:19

PhD life as a Mama can be both rewarding and incredibly demanding. Juggling research, marriage/relationships, and parenting can sometimes feel like a never-ending obstacle course. But remember, challenges can be opportunities in disguise... So Mama, when PhD life hands you lemons, let's talk about how you can turn them into something truly sweet! F…

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26. How to Believe In Yourself Again When You've Lost Your Confidence: 10 Ways 36:47

10M ago36:47

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As a Scholarly Mama®, it can be hard to believe in yourself again when you’ve had a blow to your confidence. Firstly, this happens to all of us. It can be caused by a variety of factors. These may include negative feedback from others, failure to achieve your goals or even a fear of taking risks. Sometimes, for whatever reason, you simply struggle …

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25. Nail Your PhD Viva With This Purposeful Scholarly Mama Strategy - PART 2 22:31

10M ago22:31

22:31

Want to nail your PhD viva as a Scholarly Mama? Try this strategy! In this episode, which is PART 2 of this 2-part series, I share how my PhD viva went after juggling my viva preparation with entertaining our kids who were off school for their summer break. In PART 1, I focussed more on the actual preparation phase of my PhD viva experience (be sur…

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24. Nail Your PhD Viva With This Purposeful Scholarly Mama Strategy - PART 1 19:19

10M ago19:19

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Want to nail your PhD viva as a Scholarly Mama? Try this strategy! In this episode, which is PART 1 of this 2-part series, I share how I prepared for my PhD viva whilst entertaining our kids who were off school for their summer break. In PART 2, I will move on to the actual viva itself and share my top tips for that, plus overall takeaways from the…

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23. Feeling Overwhelmed? 3 Helpful Tweaks for Scholarly Mamas Balancing It All 29:12

11M ago29:12

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Are you an ambitious, Scholarly Mama wearing many hats but feeling overwhelmed trying to balance them all? In this episode, I share 3 helpful tweaks to help you go from overwhelmed to purposeful. You can read the full show notes here: Feeling Overwhelmed? 3 Helpful Tweaks for Scholarly Mamas Balancing It All Fancy a new read? Check out My Bookshelf…

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22. Becoming a Children's Author: How Creativity Gave Me New Hope 24:13

11M ago24:13

24:13

Becoming a children’s author as a Scholarly Mama, while pregnant, homeschooling and living through a raging worldwide pandemic… Hmmmm… I’m sure you’re probably wondering what any of that has to do with creativity and hope? Allow me to explain in this episode... You can read the full show notes here: Becoming a Children's Author: How Creativity Gave…

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21. 8 Simple Ways To Switch Off From Your PhD and Actually Enjoy Family Time 20:58

11M ago20:58

20:58

Ever felt like no matter what you do, you can’t seem to switch off from your PhD? It is not unusual for us to have trouble switching off from our PhD, preventing us from being able to enjoy family time. And so I thought I'd share a few tips in this episode on how I have learned to switch off from my PhD and enjoy time with the people I love. You ca…

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20. 5 Best-Kept Secrets for Thriving in Marriage as A Black Couple - Part 2 19:55

11M ago19:55

19:55

As Scholarly Mamas®, we wear many hats. We are mothers and scholars but many of us are also navigating marriage/relationships outside of all of that. Black couples, in particular, face many challenges in their journeys of love and marriage. With so many marriages ending prematurely in divorce, we wanted to share our 5 best-kept secrets for thriving…

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19. 5 Best-Kept Secrets for Thriving in Marriage as A Black Couple - PART 1 50:12

12M ago50:12

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As Scholarly Mamas®, we wear many hats. We are mothers and scholars but many of us are also navigating marriage/relationships outside of all of that. Black couples, in particular, face many challenges in their journeys of love and marriage. With so many marriages ending prematurely in divorce, we wanted to share our 5 best-kept secrets for thriving…

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