Since I worked and/or taught through my Masters and doctoral programs I did a lot of starting and stopping, not just at holidays. Also, this dilemma continues with any big project - like a book. Here are a few tips:
- Before you sign off for a break, write a memo to self, "Here is where I plan to go next in this section" or make rough notes in your outline. This will make it easier to pick up where you left off - and avoid the "what WAS I thinking??" quandary.
- Really step away on your break or while doing other life/work tasks. Come back with an open mind.
- Ease back in. Do simple, organizational tasks to get back into the groove. Depending on the stage of the project, perhaps spend a little time finding or reading articles or taking care of correspondence.
Keep the big picture in mind and keep pressing forward!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such great tips - I love all of them and especially the first one. As I also work full-time alongside doing my PhD, these are excellent tips!
Since I worked and/or taught through my Masters and doctoral programs I did a lot of starting and stopping, not just at holidays. Also, this dilemma continues with any big project - like a book. Here are a few tips:
- Before you sign off for a break, write a memo to self, "Here is where I plan to go next in this section" or make rough notes in your outline. This will make it easier to pick up where you left off - and avoid the "what WAS I thinking??" quandary.
- Really step away on your break or while doing other life/work tasks. Come back with an open mind.
- Ease back in. Do simple, organizational tasks to get back into the groove. Depending on the stage of the project, perhaps spend a little time finding or reading articles or taking care of correspondence.
Keep the big picture in mind and keep pressing forward!
Dear Janet,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such great tips - I love all of them and especially the first one. As I also work full-time alongside doing my PhD, these are excellent tips!
Have a great week,
Vicky
Wow!!! Another great piece - post and music! You have done it again near-future Dr Vicky Loras!!!!
Thank youuuuuuuuuuuuu!! I know how much you like this song! And thank you for always encouraging meeeeee!!!