Welcome to the Degree Doctor blog – where we keep it real about PhD life.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, behind, or like everyone else has it figured out but you – you’re in the right place.
Here you'll find honest advice, practical tips, and a whole lot of reassurance to help you stay calm, focused, and on track.
Click on the categories below to find blogs on specific topics or just scroll on down and have a look at the most recent posts!
Let’s make this PhD journey a bit less stressful (and a lot more doable).
Feeling behind in your PhD? Read this
Think you’re behind in your PhD? You’re not. Learn how to redefine progress, set realistic benchmarks, and celebrate your wins so you can feel confident and calm about your research journey.
Feel like quitting your PhD? Read this first
Every PhD student thinks about quitting at some point. Here’s why that doesn’t mean you’re failing - and how to regain your focus, motivation and peace of mind.
The myth of the perfect PhD morning routine (and how to create one that actually works)
Feeling behind before 9am? You’re not alone. This blog busts the myth of the perfect PhD morning routine and helps you design a routine that’s realistic, kind, and actually works for your life — not your Instagram feed.
PhD Motivation Crisis: Should you quit? Should you carry on?
PhD life can be tough, it often feels like you’re not making any progress, or even moving backwards. So, should you just quit?