PhDGrief
#RI-6aabcdd8·3 months ago·
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“pursued PhD despite loss”
What Actually Happened
Lost father while completing PhD, struggled to cope
What I wish I knew
"how to balance grief with academic responsibilities"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"don't underestimate the impact of loss on mental health"
Regret Index
5/10
Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
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PhD Category
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PhD decisions logged. Avg regret 5/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
100%
of PhD decisions land in the mixed band the same as this one.
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