May 15, 2026
Just a quick reminder: I'm facilitating a free workshop at noon ET on Tuesday, May 19th aimed at starting the summer strong. We'll focus on vision and values more than time-blocking and to-do lists, so if you're looking for a more intentional—and even soulful—approach to summer planning, please join us! I hope you'll invite friends and colleagues, too. By getting grounded now, we'll move through these precious months with greater clarity and ease. All registrants will receive a recording of the workshop.
I hope to see you on the 19th! In the meantime, I'm sending heartfelt congratulations to all who've wrapped up the academic year, positive vibes to those with a few weeks left, and deep sympathy to all who were pummeled by the Canvas shutdown. May your hearts stop racing soon.
As always, thanks for being here, and thanks for being you. ❤️
Elizabeth
Did you know that I've written two short books to support you as you traverse the sometimes rocky terrain of academic life? Well on Your Way: An Assistant Professor's Companion provides encouragement and wisdom for those on the path toward tenure, and Well in the Lead does the same for academic leaders. I hope you'll check them out!
You may know that I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on how, for some of us, the academic environment is not merely challenging, but traumatizing. Exploring Pathways to Peace is a narrated slideshow that reviews common sources of trauma in academia (Preview: it’s not only catastrophic events), describes some of the symptoms, and offers tools for healing. I hope the presentation provides a path forward, whether you’ve experienced academic trauma yourself or you’re seeking to help others.
Whether you’re feeling empowered and energized or overwhelmed and exhausted, Resourced & Ready: The Ultimate R&R provides keys to finding balance and building resilience. I hope you’ll return to it often as you continue to navigate this uncertain terrain.
And if you missed my Resourced & Ready newsletter series, check out the messages from June through December 2025 to explore additional ways to try out each key!