We hope the tips below help you to stay focused and healthy.

• Follow your own pace: do not compare to others
• Don’t think you haven’t done anything - even merely thinking about an issue is good for your progress (and even taking some time off is!)
• Realize that ups and downs are inevitable
  • E.g., getting responses on questionnaires, preparing data for analysis, and running the analysis
• Do things not related to your thesis to recharge your batteries!
• It’s good to be ambitious (I am, too!), but realize that your thesis most likely will not change the world
• Talk to other students of your advisor / form groups
• If you are aware of any issues that may prevent you from unleashing your potential - even before the start of your thesis - you can discuss those early on (e.g., would you describe yourself as a “procrastinator”, it’s also good to bring this up). That way, your advisor can stay alert for any arising issues