Hi there!
My name is Reyna. I’m a woman with a variety of interests who enjoy self-learning and teaching. Regarding self-learning, usually, I dive into areas far away from my expertise, just for the joy of getting new knowledge. I think because of that characteristic, I became a scientist.
Although, curiously, I never enjoyed the traditional school. I have the utopic vision of getting the knowledge not because of obligation but pleasure.
Science is definitely my passion, but not the only one. For me, passion is action. Passion makes you move no matter the circumstances. For me, science is a way to train our thinking, find clues, and apply them to construct a better world. Science is a way to get surprises about life, and I love nice surprises!
Looking back in time, I became biologist because of the pleasure of being around of plants… The first time I went inside a greenhouse in Mexico City, I remember feeling just peace and happiness. That is the place where I can forget any distressful thought I could have.
Another of my passions is drawing and coloring…. Create concepts with color, designs, and textures. I am not fashionista neither a feminist, but a womanist. I believe women are beautiful beings, and with a bit of color, we bright, each one with our own unique tone.
It was shocking for me to realize that the number of women scientists surrounding me decreased as I was advancing in my career. As a woman, I understand the challenges we face and the priorities we choose. More importantly, as a scientist, I believe that gender equality implies understanding and accepting our differences. In those differences resides an immense potential that we must embrace. Nowadays, one of my missions is to bring some easiness for ladies interested in pursuing scientific careers or anyone simply interested in knowing a little bit of science.
Additional bits: I appreciate the silence | I enjoy and value eating | My family goes first | Knowledge is power | Chocolate & Kittens my weakness | Being woman my strength
SERIE I
What career is the right one?
This question was a huge concern for me during my years for selecting a profession.
I hope my past experience gives you some hints to find your own answers.
SERIE I
What if my family does not agree with my career selection?
Don't let the opinions of others negatively impact your selection!!!
Some tips of how to manage the comments of your family when you are in the process of selecting your career..
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Does exist an easy career?
Having this thinking is a huge mistake!
If you select your initial training thinking about how easy it will be for you and do not consider your true passion for the topics, after some months, you may realize the apparent "easy career" is not so easy…