For almost four years I've been struggling to write my master's thesis. I need it to finally finish my studies. I passed all the required exams, but lack the thesis to get the master's degree. I should have finished it almost two years ago but I just couldn't find the way to do it. My motivation was diminished by personal problems and a well paid job. Yes, I got a well paid job as a specialist without actually finishing the studies. Isn't it ironic?
Generally speaking, I am in a slump, and don't know how to get out of it. Or do I?
After spending the last few days on reading zenhabits I finally decided to do something about it.
I set my goal: I will write the Master's thesis within the next 6 months.
I'm also starting a blog (first ever) where I'll post my progress. I'm employing GTD to manage my work.
And I hope I'll find more inspiration here.
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A master's thesis is something I dread having to do in my future if (WHEN! *cross fingers*) I go to grad school. I understand your not being motivated since you have a good-paying job, but think of how good it will be for yourself and your future. Heh. Mostly I just wanted to post to say good luck and it sounds like you have a great plan!!
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Good luck Lopez. My wife is in the final editing stages of completing her masters thesis now (it should have been completed a year and a half ago) and from going through that with her I really understand how you struggle to remain focused on it. One suggestion I have that worked for my wife (though I had to impose it on her) is to schedule your thesis work time as you would any other appointment and stick to it no matter what-and communicate that to everyone in your life upfront. In her case she was doing it fulltime, and I informed her and her family and friends that she would not be available between 8am and 5pm, though she would have a lunch hour between 12 and 1-just as if she was working a paid job. That really got her into gear and she has made excellent progress in the three months since it started.
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Thank's for your replies. I love the idea of scheduling my writing the thesis as I would do with my other appointments. I love simple ideas and that one is as simple as it gets. I have to try this. Everyday with GTD and ZebHabits gives me more motivation to work. I'm starting to believe that I will accomplish my goals :)
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I started a blog "The Quest for the Holy Master's Degree" where I'll post my progress on getting the degree. Feel free to check it and kick me in the ass if I don't post :)
EDIT:
I started a blog "The Quest for the Holy Master's Degree" where I'll post my progress on getting the degree. Feel free to check it and kick me in the ass if I don't post :)
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Good luck man. May I suggest just setting aside a time every day to work on it for 30 minutes or so? It should eventually get done, lol.
I'm not sure if I ever want to get my Masters, and writing the thesis is one of the main reasons why. Fortunately, a bachelor's degree in my field makes more than enough for me to live well on. I think I also have some non-thesis options for a Masters that would just require more classes.
I'm not sure if I ever want to get my Masters, and writing the thesis is one of the main reasons why. Fortunately, a bachelor's degree in my field makes more than enough for me to live well on. I think I also have some non-thesis options for a Masters that would just require more classes.
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Good Luck!
I just finished my Master's and the thesis really is a beast! Just make progress on it by doing a little each day. I found when I was really in the middle of things, stopping at 5pm and not thinking about it, looking at it, working on it until the next day at 9 am was for the best. Also, while this may not have been the best idea, taking the weekends off of writing/editing did help me be more productive during the week.
Just a caution....you still will have days you loathe this part of your life! All the more reason to get it done!
I just finished my Master's and the thesis really is a beast! Just make progress on it by doing a little each day. I found when I was really in the middle of things, stopping at 5pm and not thinking about it, looking at it, working on it until the next day at 9 am was for the best. Also, while this may not have been the best idea, taking the weekends off of writing/editing did help me be more productive during the week.
Just a caution....you still will have days you loathe this part of your life! All the more reason to get it done!
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