Avoiding fear and shame when writing your PhD with Lisa Munro

This week we are talking to Lisa Munro who specialises in helping academic writers through writing retreats, workshops, coaching, and editing.    Lisa talks about her journey into and through her PhD.  She also discusses how this led to her current work and business.   We discuss how to avoid the shame and fear that writing can bring up and to look to cultivate joyful writing practices instead.   Lisa talks about the power of writing with others and about her ‘shut up and write’ sessions.  She also reflects on the importance of celebrating achievements.   Lisa’s top tip is to see writing as a practice rather than an event and suggests strategies fo development.   You can find out more about Lisa’s work here:   website: lisamunro.net (under construction for a month or so more for a relaunch) Twitter: twitter.com/llmunro     Sign up for ‘Notes from the Life Raft’ - a useful weekly email to support you on your PhD journey:  https://mailchi.mp/f2dce91955c6/notes-from-the-life-raft  

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This is the podcast for you if you are currently doing a PhD; are working with PhD students; or just living with someone who is on a PhD journey. The PhD Life Raft will focus on sharing insights and experiences around some common issues like anxiety, procrastination, precariousness, imposter syndrome, and work-life balance. We will talk to students, supervisors and experts in the field of wellbeing and mental health and share actionable tips and additional resources. Doing a PhD is tough. The PhD Life Raft is here to help you get through.