We need to talk about the guilt around feeling like you’re not doing enough work. Are you one of those PhD students who closes your laptop after a full day of reading, writing, or emailing, and still think… “I didn’t do enough”?
Welcome to PhD guilt. That nagging pressure that says no matter how much you do, you should always be doing more. It’s exhausting, it’s unfair, and it’s one of the most common struggles for PhD students.
In this video, Dr Elizabeth Yardley talks honestly about:
- Why PhD guilt happens (and why it’s not your fault)
- How “shoulds” and unrealistic expectations creep into your day
- Why caring deeply about your work can actually magnify guilt
- Practical ways to manage the “never enough” feeling
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