M.A.D. Scientists Podcast

Provisions Are Being Made

Congratulations to all the graduates! We are so proud of you! For the ones who may have had some setbacks, we are proud of you too! Today we discuss the uncomfortable feeling that comes when things in our life do not go as planned. I know sometimes we may feel left out or left behind but believe that God’s timing is perfect, and He has made provisions for you! Remember, you are graced to DOMINATE STEM. Follow us on Instagram @Madscientistssc and our hostess @Merilynshanell

 

Slay Your Giants!

Giants can often be intimidating but by the grace of God, we're able to slay them. David who was famous for slaying the giant Goliath despite him being smaller and less equipped. Some of us relate to David with feeling like the odds are stacked against us and may question how will we ever be able to dominate in our future career field? Despite the giants you are up against, you have the power to slay them. Remember you're graced to dominate STEM. Instagram@Madscientistssc; hostess@Merilynshanell

You're Forgiven. Keep Building!

Do you often find it hard to give yourself grace after not living up to your expectations? Do you often feel like giving up or question whether you are on the right path? Today we discuss recognizing you are already forgiven and to grant yourself grace. We also encourage you to keep building in the midst of feeling like giving up. God grants us the grace and strength to keep going. Remember you’re graced to dominate STEM. Follow us on Instagram @Madscientistssc and our hostess @Merilynshanell

Faith Without Works Is Dead

Have you ever been one to believe that you can achieve greatness but had not been putting enough of the work in to get there? Today we discuss the famous scripture from the bible James 2:17 “Faith without works is dead.” We discuss why Faith + Works is so monumental. God grants us grace to complete our assignment but is also looking for us to move our feet to get it done. Remember, we are graced to DOMINATE stem!

I Feel Like Giving Up

Giving up is something we feel like doing when the going gets tough. If you know that you are called to be a game changer, do not give up despite the obstacles you face. Identify the moments when you feel like giving up the most. Next pay attention to the way you speak to yourself because as Proverbs18:21 states, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” What are you speaking that’s causing you to feel like giving up? Remember that we are graced to dominate STEM!

Failure Is Not Fatal!

Failure is often something we are afraid of experiencing but it is something that is inevitable. Today, we discuss how failure is often necessary to propel you forward. It teaches you whether what you're going after is truly what you want. It is often in our failures that we learn where our strength lies. We encourage you to write out your failures and note what lessons you learned from them. Let us know on Instagram@madscientistssc. Remember failure is not fatal and you're graced to dominate STEM!

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Have you ever felt like an imposter? That maybe you don't belong in the room? Have you ever been afraid that people are going to figure you out? That you aren't as qualified? Today, we discuss dealing with imposter syndrome. You must shift your mindset. Take every negative thought captive and speak life into yourself. Know that your uniqueness is needed in your specific field. Continue to combat your inner imposter. Remember we're graced to dominate STEM!

Dealing with Burnout

As students in STEM, we are often inundated with classes, assignments, labs, organization meetings, etc. so much to the point we feel like we are juggling so much at once with limited time for ourselves and loved ones. This prolonged period of balancing everything on our plate can lead to burnout. In this episode how I dealt with burnout as a student in STEM and what strategies I currently use to prevent burnout again. We hope you enjoy and remember we're graced to dominate STEM!

MAD Monday with Katharyne Tedford

We had the opportunity to speak with Katharyne Tedford. She spoke about her career in STEM and her experience being a woman in the field. She also shares advice that she would give to those pursuing a career in STEM. We hope you enjoy!

MAD Monday with Willie Aiken: Pursuing a Career in STEM

In this episode of MAD Mondays, we spoke with Willie Aiken to discuss her career in STEM and her working in industry for over 25 years. Mrs. Aiken also shared an instance of discrimination she faced, how she remains resilient after disappointments, and also how she learned to continue to go after the positions she wanted even if she did not feel qualified. We hope you enjoy!