Biomedical Odyssey

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A healthcare worker comforting a patient lying in a hospital bed.

A Hand on Her Shoulder

September 29, 2021

A medical student humbled to know how simple kindness can be — just a hand on her shoulder.

Mohammad Walid Aref ⋅ A Day in the Life compassion, emergency medicine, healthcare, medical student ⋅

A cartoon illustration of a stressed woman cowering from her own foreboding shadow, in a representation of self-blame.

Science Says Self-Criticism May Be Hurting Your Work

March 19, 2021

Self-criticism isn’t helping you be a better scientist. Dr. Kristin Neff explains why self-compassion is a better strategy to help you achieve your academic goals.

Grace Steward ⋅ A Day in the Life compassion, criticism, mindfulness, Self-Care ⋅

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