
The Academic Imperfectionist combines philosophical analysis and coaching insights to help you dump perfectionism and flourish on your own terms. Your host is Dr Rebecca Roache, a coach and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of London.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 126 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthEducationSelf-ImprovementHealth & Fitness | |||

You're a good person. You try to be a good friend, a good colleague, and a good neighbour. You care about other people, you pull your weight, and you don't let anyone down. But, sometimes, you feel you're not enough. You're exhausted, but taking time... more
What comes to mind when you think about willpower? Discipline? Self-denial? Overcoming your weak, useless, lazy self? Exhausting, right? Thankfully, there's another way, and this episode's guest is here to take you there. Dr Dana Klisanin is a psycho... more
On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your willingness to say nice things about yourself? How about your willingness to point out your own failures and shortcomings? If the first number you came up with is higher than the second, then move along,... more
Do you get up every day and tear around trying to get stuff done, and yet still end up feeling overwhelmed and frustrated at your lack of progress? There's something very simple - so simple, in fact, that you're going to feel cheated and frankly furi... more
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Rebecca’s voice is very soothing. Love everything she has to say. Kind and wise. Thank you!-
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A friend and colleague recommended this and I have binged almost every episode (while I probably should have been writing obviously). Incredibly useful for those of us plagued by self-doubt and anxiety that nests in our work projects. It’s even made me re-examine the conclusion that I wasn’t clever enough to study philosophy (a mere 30 years later).
As an academic, I find Rebecca‘s podcast incredibly helpful. I recommend it to my PhD students and many early career colleagues. It provides a thoughtful way of reflecting on our priorities, productivity, and fear of failure and fear of missing out. Invaluable.
Are you a PhD student struggling to find motivation on your journey? Do you feel guilty for taking a break, even though you have so many tasks left to finish? Do you feel like an incompetent student, even when your supervisors give you positive feedback? I understand how overwhelming this can be. However, I have some good news - there is a way to tackle these challenges. I recommend listening to this amazing podcast. As a PhD student myself, I have found it incredibly helpful in keeping me motiv... more
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This podcast focuses on the intersection of philosophy and personal development, presenting a unique perspective on overcoming perfectionism and anxiety within academic and professional environments. Through discussions on coaching methods, self-acceptance, productivity, and the challenges of modern life, listeners are encouraged to embrace authenticity and self-compassion. Noteworthy episodes address themes such as procrastination, time management, and the impacts of societal expectations on our sense of worth, making it particularly relevant for academics and other professionals who grapple with self-doubt and pressure to perform.
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