Science Careers for Moms | Women in STEM, Work-Life Balance, Career Goals, Career Planning, Decision Making

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Have you ever been told that work-life balance for women in STEM is a myth?

Do you want a meaningful science career and a rooted family life —but you worry that you’re “failing at both”?

Are you running low on time, energy, and sleep, trying to keep up with grant deadlines, conferences, and kids?

Do you wonder if negotiating career shifts, flexible jobs, STEM-adjacent roles, or maternity leave is proof you’re not a serious scientist?

Welcome to Science Careers for Moms — a TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST for women in STEM who want a career path where they can thrive in science without sacrificing their family or personal wellbeing.

Hi! I’m Anokhi Kapasi, a PhD researcher and mom of two boys. I created this show because I know what it is like to feel torn between being a serious scientist and a present mom —and to realize that “trying harder” is not a strategy.

This show is different because it integrates career and life planning strategies designed specifically for science-minded moms in a work culture that was not built for caregivers. Every episode blends interviews with other scientists who have been where you are and career planning deep-dives where you will learn the answer to questions like:

🎯 Are there decision-making frameworks to help me navigate pivots, return-to-work, academia vs. industry…or to even know what the “next right move” is?

🎯 How do I set career goals that allow me to stay ambitious, connect with my family, and feel like myself again?

🎯 Is work–life balance for working moms in STEM actually possible, and what does it look like in practice?

🎯 Can I stay in science & tech without burnout, guilt, or losing sight of myself?

STEM-trained moms, I’ll teach you how to make confident career decisions that align with your whole life —not just professional development.

🎧 FOLLOW this show and never choose between being a good mom or a good scientist again!

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Episodes

Sunday Aug 17, 2025

EP 65: Stop Living on Autopilot - Prioritize Your Life With Values-Driven Decision Making

Sunday Aug 17, 2025

Hello Amazing Mama!

Are you feeling like you're just going through the motions each day, checking off tasks without purpose or joy? Do you find yourself juggling endless responsibilities while your own passions and priorities take a back seat? It's time to stop living on autopilot and take control of your life with intentional, values-driven planning.

In today's episode, I share proven strategies to break free from default planning and create a life that truly reflects what matters most to you. Learn how to prioritize your time and energy based on your core values rather than simply reacting to whatever demands come your way.

This episode is perfect for ambitious moms who want to reclaim their time, align their daily actions with their deepest values, and create more meaningful experiences both at home and work.

If you're ready to start creating a life of purpose and balance, hit play and together we can Achieve Your Ambitious Mom Life!

Episode Highlights

(0:00): Introduction
(1:24): How living on autopilot silently steals your chance to design a life that lights you up
(3:51): My personal wake-up call: when I realized my "successful" life wasn't bringing fulfillment
(6:56): The difference between traditional planning and values-driven life planning
(8:25): Strategy #1: How to identify your priorities
(12:10): Strategy #2: How to shift towards meaningful tasks
(13:25): Strategy #3: Being intentional with your time and energy (what to say yes and no to)
(14:59): Recap