How Can Student Scientists Effectively Balance Work, Study, and Family Life?

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The discussion revolves around balancing work and personal life, highlighting the challenges of managing a part-time role in both a neurology lab and a physics lab while also working on a thesis and contributing to research papers in psychology and neuroscience. The individual chose to take a break by going camping with family, emphasizing the importance of relaxation and quality time with loved ones amidst a busy schedule. The responses reflect appreciation for this choice, celebrating the beauty of family moments and the need for stress relief.
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I'm working half time in a neurolab, the other in a physics lab. Meanwhile I have a thesis to work on, and two offers to participate in papers (psych and neuro).

So I took my family out camping this weekend instead :)
 

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Aaaaawww, that's so sweet! Pix like that remind me, life is beautiful :smile:.
 
I bet it felt great to relax with the people who matter the most for a bit huh. I approve of this. :approve:
 
Nice, Pythagorean.
 
That is an incredibly short wife you have there. Your kids must be the size of mice.
 
That looks like a great way to blow off some steam!
 
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