How to Survive Your PhD? -8 Tips

Dec 20, 2022 Image credit: Unsplash. Dr Tushar Chauhan

The toughest part of any PhD is surviving– students often give up on PhD, here are some tips to survive your PhD.

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Be Positive

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Identify problems

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Accept setbacks

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Build daily habits

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Strengthen your network

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Handle stress

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Get rid of fear

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Don’t lose hopes

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