This week’s episode is a must-listen if you are feeling overwhelmed by your academics or the job search. We sat down with Dr. Rowena Winkler for an honest, vulnerable conversation about her academic and career journey, the mental health challenges she faced along the way, and the tools that helped her persevere. Are you burning out trying to land the “perfect” job? Struggling with self-doubt or feeling like your best is never enough? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to go through it alone either.Dr. Rowena shares powerful insights on the emotional toll of academics and the job search, especially for high-achievers, and how embracing vulnerability can actually help you move forward. You’ll learn how to create your personal “care team”—including friends, mentors, therapists, and coaches—and how to tap into resources like UMBC’s Retriever Integrated Health to support your mental well-being.This episode is for anyone whose academic schedule feels overwhelming—or who has ever felt stuck, stressed, or silently spiraling while trying to figure out what’s next.🔗 Resources: Retrievers Integrated Health (RIH) online tools

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