Community Quote by Sharon Olds
“The teaching is very rewarding, and very time-consuming, and very exhausting. But it's wonderful. The community here at NYU is very precious to me.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: NYU Faculty Meeting, 2023
Teaching is rewarding yet demanding, draining energy, but the supportive community makes it valuable.
In simple terms: Teaching is hard but rewarding because of community.
Key Takeaway
Value community support to sustain demanding work.
Themes
teaching
community
reward
exhaustion
balance
Mood
reflective
appreciative
Type
academic
motivational
When to use this quote
- academic career
- mentor relationships
- work‑life balance
- team building
Key Concepts
professional fulfillment
mental stamina
collegial support
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices strengthen community ties?
- How can you protect yourself from exhaustion?
A Different Perspective
Community may not always offset burnout.
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