Redefining meaning and success in science, research and teaching
David R Smith
TL;DR
The paper explores how finding meaning and maintaining a positive outlook help academics through personal and professional challenges.
Contribution
The paper introduces a personal perspective on redefining success and meaning in academic life.
Findings
Academics face a mid-life crisis in finding life's meaning.
Positive human interactions and a positive spirit help overcome challenges.
Abstract
The mid-life crisis to find meaning in life affects even academics. At the end of the day, however you redefine your goals in life, it is interactions with fellow humans and maintaining a positive spirit that keeps us moving on.
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Taxonomy
TopicsBiomedical and Engineering Education · Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration · Genetics, Bioinformatics, and Biomedical Research