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    1. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      It's not unusual for academics to tell their rags-to-riches stories and understandably get upset if people say they've had some breaks alongside the bad stuff. But in these cases again blame others for not succeeding too, rather than noticing they're facing different barriers.

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    2. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Much of the time academics mean well. They feel if they share their tale it might help others. And if you've been through hard times you'll want to stop others going through the same. While having it noted how far you've come.

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    3. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Unfortunately there's a group of academics who use their success stories to imply everyone can achieve if they just try. And those who don't reach the same positions/choose the same subjects either don't want to, or are naturally (aka biologically) unsuited to academic positions.

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    4. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      So if you're an academic who's done well. Be proud. Be bold. Tell other people. But make sure you pause first and see what things got you there. Ask yourself whether other people whose circumstances aren't like yours would've managed the same. If not, make this crystal clear.

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    5. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Resist the temptation to keep on telling a story of how you achieved against adversity and note if those adversities are still present and disproportionately affecting others not like you. Put your energies and influence into drawing attention to this.

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    6. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      So your story becomes "I have done well because...." while emphasising "these people are still missing out because..." meaning "they can't reach the successes I have enjoyed because..." Join the dots. Celebrate where you are. Lift as you climb.

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    7. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Minorities saying they are being kept out and caused harm is your cue to LISTEN AND ACT. It is not your opportunity to say "yes well I've been through..." and list your hardships that may be grim but will still not equal the limitations they face.

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    8. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      If you want a good way to understand this, especially if you feel aggrieved you've gone through a lot and others ought to appreciate that, this comic 'On a plate' by Toby Morris https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/the-wireless/373065/the-pencilsword-on-a-plate …

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    9. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Overcoming hardship stories are popular in academia, science communication and media. Sharing yours can reach people and inspire them to try or keep going. Just be careful how you phrase it. Your struggles aren't diminished by other people facing hardships far greater than yours.

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    10. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019

      Your candle won't shine any brighter just because you blew out someone else's light.

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      The Poisonous Euros Atmosphere Fan‏Verified account @DawnHFoster 20 Jul 2019
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      Beautiful phrasing.

      12:55 PM - 20 Jul 2019
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        1. Petra Boynton‏ @DrPetra 20 Jul 2019
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          Thank you ❤️ I am going to bask in your praise for a long time. Means so much because your writing is always brilliant

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