The WordifyScience Blog

After many years of supporting the scientific and research communities, we’re sharing our insights -including editing tips, grant writing strategies, lessons learned - to help you achieve your research goals, secure funding and make the process enjoyable.
Along the way, we explore ways to stay inspired, have fun,
and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

The Power of Words: How Positive Language Enhances Wellbeing

Sylvia from WordifyScience. In a world often filled with negativity, the words we choose can have a profound impact on our mental and...

Communication

Sylvia

Jun 1, 20244 min read

The Sunflower's Dance: Nature's Beacon and Science's Inspiration

Sylvia from WordifyScience. Sunflowers are some of my favourite flowers. Soon they will again be in season, and I wanted to celebrate...

Science

Sylvia

Apr 27, 20243 min read

Finding Calm Amidst Chaos: How a 15-Minute Meditation Can Be Your Lifesaver in a Hectic Day

Sylvia from WordifyScience. These 15 minutes of calm nothingness have helped me master so many challenging days. In fact, I would not...

Meditation

Sylvia

Apr 13, 20243 min read

From Burnout to Balance: Strategies for Managing Stress in a Fast-Paced World

Sylvia from WordifyScience. In today's fast-paced world, it is all too easy to find ourselves overwhelmed and on the brink of burnout....

Wellbeing

Sylvia

Mar 27, 20243 min read

Illuminating the Shadows: Embracing Gratitude on a Dark Day

Sylvia from WordifyScience. Life's journey is often marked by contrasting landscapes—moments of brightness interspersed with stretches of...

Gratitude

Sylvia

Feb 3, 20243 min read

Thriving in the Lab: Unleashing Mindful Mastery to Conquer Stress and Ignite Scientific Brilliance

Sylvia from WordifyScience. Scientific research is a demanding and intellectually challenging field that often comes with its fair share...

Mindfulness

Sylvia

Jan 24, 20243 min read

The Gratitude Journal: Your Helpful Companion Boosting Happiness, Contentment and Wellbeing

Sylvia from WordifyScience. For a couple of years, a gratitude journal has been my dear companion. In the hustle and bustle of our daily...

Gratitude

Sylvia

Oct 3, 20233 min read

The Atlantic Ocean Windsurfing Break: A Scientific Editor's Perspective

Sylvia from WordifyScience. Life as a scientific editor can be a whirlwind of deadlines and technical jargon. Amidst the demanding...

Work-Life-Balance

Sylvia

Aug 4, 20233 min read

Balancing Act: Managing Job and Family During Longer Summer Holidays

Sylvia from WordifyScience here. As much as I cherish the warm summer season with its long days and lovely temperatures, I also find...

Work-Life-Balance

Sylvia

Jul 29, 20233 min read

The Power of 21 Days: Why Taking a Break of this Duration is Crucial

Sylvia from WordifyScience. In our fast-paced and demanding world, it is easy to lose sight of the importance of taking a break. We often...

Wellbeing

Sylvia

Jul 22, 20233 min read

Navigating Uncertainty in 2023: Strategies to Combat the Unknown

Sylvia from WordifyScience. In the uncertain landscape of 2023, navigating through rapid change has become a well-known challenge. To...

Wellbeing

Sylvia

Jul 10, 20233 min read