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Different things work for different people. For me, the motivation was the thought of not having to get up and go straight to my desk to write any more. I made a list of things I would do after I submitted - silly things like stay in bed late, read a book for pleasure, not do anything PhD related for at least a week (or however long). I also booked to go away right after submission, so that helped too.
You can all do it!! You're so close! GOOD LUCK!!
I'm so very sorry to hear you're going through this. My mum never got to see me be called Dr either. Your post made me cry. As the others have said, take time to grieve - I cannot stress enough how important this is. if you don't, it will come bite you on the ass at some point in the future. Bereavement counselling is great for this, but you need time too. Speak to your supervisor(s) if you can, but also your personal tutor if you have one and the university.
I really am so sorry. We never forget, but this will pass and things will get easier as time goes on. I promise.
Take care, g
Hi. I've never suspended my study, but I just wanted to say that I think it's a very courageous thing to do. Admitting that you're struggling and making the time and headspace to deal with it takes a lot of strength. I hope things go well for you. Good luck!
Hi everyone. I just wanted to let you know that my viva went really well on Monday and I passed with minor corrections!! Thank you to everyone on here that has helped me along the way. This forum really has been amazing and such a source of support over the course of my PhD.
Thank you!!!
I didn't know about this list ToL - thanks for posting the link. Very interesting. Hmmm I'm not sure about your question, but do you want your name to be associated in any way with such a journal? I'm not sure what their specific 'crimes' are, but I would probably think about that. Do they publish a list of the names of their reviewers? If so, perhaps it's best to avoid.
I'm only going on gut instinct though. I'm sure more experienced hands than me can give you some better advice.
P.S. Eds: if you follow the link, there's lots of info about what makes them 'blacklisted'.
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