If possible, every Monday evening, ask myself these questions, reflect, and think before moving on to next week’s work:

  1. Did I take the time to learn new knowledge beyond my daily tasks this week?
    • Engaging in activities that expanded my understanding beyond immediate research needs. This could include reading new papers, attending seminars, or exploring different fields that could provide a fresh perspective.
  2. Did my research make tangible progress this week?
    • Assessing the specific advancements made in my research, including sucessful/failure experiments, writing, or documenting new ideas.
  3. Is my research still guided by my interest and vision?
    • Ensuring that the work remains aligned with my core interests and long-term vision. Keeping the passion alive!