Finding a work-life balance: an attainable goal

Pursuing PhD studies is very demanding. Finding a balance between the program requirements and the demands of family life is an additional challenge. Rest assured, many parents successfully continue their studies. So it is entirely possible!

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Tips

  • Identify the resources that are available to support you as a parent (e.g., financial assistance, daycare service, resource people). Don’t hesitate to discuss your situation with your academic advisor and your supervisor.
  • Establish routines and plan day-to-day activities to save time and energy (prepare weekly meals ahead of time, and get ready the night before to make your morning routine easier).
  • Use your day-to-day activities to spend quality time with your children (take advantage of the journey home or mealtimes to create moments of interaction, sing songs, and tell jokes).

Children have this ability to bring us back to the present moment.
Spend time with people who bring you joy and help you unwind.

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