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59%
average regret rate from live outcomes. Drops significantly over time.
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34
recorded outcomes in this category alone.

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Feeling disconnected from work

My supervisor did most of the work on our papers, making me feel like I haven't earned my achievements

Regret Level8/10

Advisor cancelled defense at last minute

Advisor didn't read dissertation before scheduling defense

Regret Level8/10

Became 10-year Ph.D. student

Processing errors led to 3-year setback

Regret Level8/10

got paper accepted

felt imposter syndrome despite achievement

Regret Level1/10

Transfer to academic advisor's mentor

Considering transfer to mentor for similar work style but fear of disappointing her

Regret Level5/10

quitting PhD program due to lab issues

My PI constantly belittled me, questioning my abilities and understanding of English.

Regret Level10/10

quitting PhD to move back to Europe

Moved to US for PhD but felt unsafe and lost independence

Regret Level5/10

To seek maturity in PhD program

Faced infantilization and dismissal in PhD program due to age and competence

Regret Level8/10

became PhD candidate

passed qualification exam

Regret Level1/10

Applied to work with PI

PI berated me for being 'inconsistent' and unreliable after I had to drop volunteering due to financial struggles.

Regret Level8/10

Leaving PhD program after 6 years

Struggling with PhD pace, family and career priorities

Regret Level5/10

Quit PhD program due to financial stress

Burnt out from juggling PhD work and financial responsibilities, worsening mental health.

Regret Level5/10

Started MA program

Struggling with workload and feeling detached

Regret Level8/10

ended PhD program

ended PhD due to passion for industry

Regret Level1/10

adjusted work hours to balance parenting and PhD

Reduced work hours to 3 days a week after becoming a dad, still making good progress and pleasing supervisors

Regret Level2/10

Change supervisor for career goals

Current supervisor's research doesn't align with my interests

Regret Level7/10

Grading as TA with access to notes

Students' unhelpful responses made grading difficult

Regret Level8/10

pursue PhD despite funding concerns

Supervisor discouraged me from pursuing PhD due to funding and job prospects

Regret Level8/10

Rush PhD applications in 6 weeks or take time to prepare

Rushed application may not showcase best work, while taking time could lead to stronger profile

Regret Level8/10

Postdoc supervisor proposes taking first authorship

Postdoc supervisor unhappy with changes to draft, offers to take first authorship

Regret Level6/10