My name is Alicia Wickert (She/ Her). I am a PGR at the University of Birmingham. I have an undergraduate degree in English Language and Linguistics and a master's degree in Intercultural Communication. I am currently in my first year of a PhD in English Language and Applied Linguistics. My research focuses on impoliteness and impoliteness reciprocity in interaction, specifically in political discourse. Follow me on Twitter: @_alicia__w

Anxiety in Academia: Using Anxiety as My Superpower  

Anxiety is a debilitating condition that can make the simplest of tasks difficult, let alone a PhD. This empowering article follows Jake’s experience with anxiety during sixth form and university, and how once he discovered research he began to view anxiety as a superpower to keep his PhD pushing forwards. He shares anxiety-reducing techniques for when it gets too much, including affirmations and breath control, and emphasises the value of accepting anxiety in your life.

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