Procrastination PhD - you won't want to hear this!
PhD procrastination - you won't want to hear my take on this!
Why do PhD students procrastinate? It's not just about low motivation or thinking about doing more fun stuff. The roots of procrastination often go much deeper than this.
A PhD is a life changing experience, and students often don't think that the implications of being on a doctoral programme, or getting the PhD, are impacting on the decisions they make day to day and fuelling their procrastination. But, they are!
All PhD students procrastinate. Everyone kicks that can down the road, everyone says, "Later, can't face that now!". It is 100% normal.
However, most PhD students think procrastination is a character flaw, a bad habit, something they can tackle with a the right hacks and strategies.
Whilst there are a lot of really helpful tools and tactics out there, none of them are going to work until you acknowledge the REAL driver of your PhD procrastination.
It's fear of change.
Let me explain the ins and outs of this in the video, and this will transform the way you think about your procrastination!
Chapters
0:00 - 1:03 Introduction and overview
1:04 - 2:05 Why we fear change as PhD students and how this leads to procrastination
2:06 - 4:31 How other people see us
4:32 - 6:36 How we see ourselves
6:37 - 7:57 Big picture - how does this all relate to procrastination?
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I needed to hear that too (funny that the other comment is from a Matilda, 'cause I am named Mathilde), thank you ! I am the last weeks before the submission of my manuscript, I find your content really helpful
@DegreeDoctor
Ай бұрын
Wonderful! I’m so pleased you’re enjoying my channel!
I needed to hear this. Thank you
@DegreeDoctor
4 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome! I hope it’s been helpful 😊
@kimrich5209
4 ай бұрын
Great video! Do you have any advice for part time students in keeping motivated and focused on writing when working full time?
@DegreeDoctor
4 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Balancing a part-time PhD with full-time work can indeed be challenging, but it's definitely manageable with the right strategies. Many of the students I have supported over the years have been in full-time work. Here are a few tips to help you stay motivated and focused on writing: Set Clear Goals: Define specific writing goals for each week or month. That might be a few hundred words each day, 1,000 words in a fortnight, whatever's realistic. Break down your larger thesis or dissertation into smaller tasks, making it easier to tackle them during your limited study time. Create a Schedule: Allocate dedicated time slots for your PhD work in your weekly schedule, considering your work commitments. Even if it's just a couple of hours a day or a few hours on the weekend, having a consistent routine will help maintain momentum. Utilise "Dead Time": Make the most of any downtime during your workday or commute. Use this time to journal reflectively, brainstorm ideas, outline sections, or review literature relevant to your research. Stay Organised: Keep your research materials, notes, and drafts well-organised to minimise time wasted searching for information. Make the most of digital tools like reference managers and cloud storage to access your work from anywhere. Find Accountability Partners: Connect with fellow part-time students or academic mentors who understand the challenges you're facing. Having someone to share your progress with can provide accountability and motivation. Also, check out Facebook groups - there may well be some for part-time students working full time, where you can share experiences, strategies or just have a good rant! Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements along the way, whether it's completing a chapter, reaching a word count goal, or receiving positive feedback on your work. Recognising your progress will help boost morale and keep you motivated. Remember, it's essential to strike a balance between your work, academic pursuits, and personal life. Don't be too hard on yourself if progress feels slow at times. Stay focused on your long-term goals, and celebrate the small victories along the way. You've got this!