EPISODE 8: YEAR 1 REVIEWIn this episode of 'A Postdoc's Journal', I read out a personal journal entry from December 2012—close to the end of my first year of my postdoc. I give a very harsh review of my own academic performance and share my attitudes to work and work-life balance. I also try to make some goals for the next year.It is pretty clear that I was brainwashed into the academic system, evidenced by the way I judge my achievements using academic metrics of success only. I discuss some really interesting points about how philosophy to work and work-life balance has evolved over 12 years. I also reflect on how my goal-making skills have improved significantly today. Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction and welcome to a Postdoc's Journal[02:58] Journal entry from December 2012[04:29] My perspective on many things has changed so much[05:16] Underestimating my achievements[06:04] Judging my success on academia's value system[07:42] How my attitude to work and work-life balance has changed[11:33] How to make good goals[17:03] OutroFor more information about the podcast and for my contact information, please visit https://a-postdocs-journal.captivate.fm/Please leave a review on Apple podcasts or PodchaserFollow me on Instagram and/or LinkedIn and/or BlueSkySimit Patel Copy Editing Services