Earlier this week, I was blessed to attend the South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership residential in Cumberland Lodge. This blog shares images from the residential, along with my thoughts, feelings, and silly scribbles. #SCDTP2026CL
and exploring practical ways to recognise it, challenge it, and move forward with confidence.
A supportive space filled with shared experiences, reassurance, and real strategies. 💬✨ #SCDTP2026CL
💭 Happening now
More insights and honest reflections in our Imposter Busters workshop with Katy Mahoney from Researcher Coaching. @researchercoach.bsky.social
We’re unpacking imposter syndrome — a common experience for many researchers — #SCDTP2026CL
Good morning from Cumberland Lodge!
A fresh start to the day with sunshine ☀️ over the Great Park & a full programme ahead.
Looking forward to more thoughtful discussions, shared ideas, and time together as our SCDTP community continues to connect and reflect
But first, breakfast! #SCDTP2026CL
A large round badge, attached to a black floral bag. The badge is collage based, with a white floral background, a shoe print to the right and words reading: stop selling your body and start selling sex
I had a very energising first day of the @scdtp.bsky.social Cumberland Lodge residential.
Creating webs of connections, spending reflective time out in nature. Talking well-being.
I also got to make this beaut with the Badge Cafe before dinner and a sing-along.
Perfection.
#SCDTP2026CL
Our usual walk to the big horse at the #SCDTP2026CL residential was rewarded nicely with sunshine and a welcoming committee of deer. Nicely arranged Tom!
We’re hearing from SCDTP Postdoctoral Fellow Dr Stu Lucy and mentor Prof Lisa Sugiura in an engaging and reflective session.
They’re sharing insights from their research on online harms and incel communities, highlighting the emotional and .. #SCDTP2026CL
Sunshine, great company, and plates of spaghetti bolognese — the perfect lunchtime moment here at Cumberland Lodge 🍝🌿
A well-earned break before we head into the afternoon sessions! #SCDTP2026CL
Students are deep in discussion during student-facilitated sessions.. exchanging ideas, challenging perspectives, & connecting research to real-world issues.
The rooms are buzzing with curiosity, collaboration & fresh thinking.
This is what research community looks like in action. #SCDTP2026CL
Our annual #SCDTP2026CL residential is underway with students connecting and belonging (and yes there is string involved)
