Women Practicing Resilience, Self-care and Wellbeing in Academia: International Stories from Lived Experience

This book shares stories of struggle and success from women in academia, providing practical strategies for maintaining self-care and wellbeing and illustrating how higher education institutions can be more accommodating of the needs of women.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 206 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Through a lens of self-care and wellbeing, this book shares captivating stories of struggle and triumph from a diverse array of women in academia. Each narrative illuminates how these remarkable individuals navigated and overcame numerous challenges as they pursued their academic journeys, offering practical strategies for nurturing self-care and maintaining overall well-being. Drawing from personal experiences, the autoethnographic narrative approach offers a profound and intimate understanding of the obstacles faced by women throughout their academic careers, providing valuable guidance on how to navigate these challenges without compromising self-interest. Moreover, this collection serves as a powerful testament to the ways in which higher education institutions can foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for women. By highlighting the experiences and insights of these remarkable women, this book empowers readers to embrace self-care, thrive in their academic pursuits, and contribute to the advancement of gender equality in higher education.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 233 x 155 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032377032