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The Hypocrisy of Academia: Why Researchers Ignore Their Own Advice
Is it just me, or is the hypocrisy among academic researchers very real? We study what boosts human performance and well-being in organizations—like taking breaks and fostering healthy relationships—but then we fail to practice what we preach. Despite knowing the importance of self-care, many of us push ourselves to the brink, doing the exact opposite of what our research recommends. This contradiction needs to change. Instead of solely relying on studies and others, we need to discover what truly works for us individually.
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