Welcome to Episode 33: Maintenance Matters of The PhD Journey Unplugged Podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Gordon explores why maintenance is an essential—and often overlooked—part of working toward any goal. Not every day will feel inspiring or productive. Some days require leaning into discipline and consistency to create momentum when motivation is low.

Drawing from her own PhD experience, Dr. Gordon shares the habits and steady routines that carried her through the long, quiet stretches of doctoral work. She reflects on how these simple, repeated actions became the foundation for her long-term progress and ultimately helped her reach meaningful milestones.

If you’ve ever felt stuck or wondered how to keep moving when the process feels mundane, this episode is for you. Dr. Gordon offers an honest look at what it means to move forward one steady step at a time—and how embracing maintenance can help you see the light at the end of the tunnel.

In this podcast, all information is for general informational purposes only and should not be deemed as professional advice.