How committed are you to achieving your goal? Marvel has achieved meritorious success in obtaining the highest level of formal education-a doctorate. Having set a goal to stretch himself, Marvel obtained his part time PhD in the time it'd take to typically obtain it full time. Reflecting from experience; his philosophy on balance is to compartmentalize what you prioritize and attend to it fully at the designated time. In all that you do, find balance, and have a support structure to anchor you. Themes covered include work-life balance, part time-studies, and mental wellness.