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Started masters now feeling like it was a mistake
Upupandiwent · 12/12/2018 14:02
I work part time in education. I've started a full time masters in something I thought I'd love, but I just can't get the motivation to get going with it. I've not embraced it fully and feel as though I'm ready to drop out at any time. I used to love studying but now I feel although it's pointless and a bit vain as I don't really need the qualification. I signed up for it after splitting from my ex and to give myself some direction and self confidence. Everyone is telling me it's only a year and to embrace it but I feel as though I can't commit to anything and my head is all over the place! Should I carry on? I've looked at the next units and they look intimidating. I'm 50 btw.
MollysLips · 12/12/2018 14:10
Dropping out of a Masters is 100% more pointless than finishing a Masters. You're now 3 months in (I'm guessing, if you started in September?) so 1/4 of the way there already. Go you!
If you're intimidated, can you speak to a tutor? I'd go there with full honesty. "I feel like I haven't really committed to this, but I've decided to go for it now. However the next units are scaring me a bit - can you help?"
Doing something with 50% of your effort is soooooo much more boring, dull and - weirdly - hard than going for it full-tilt. If you commit, you'll probably find it easier.
Sorry about your break-up. Big hugs!
Upupandiwent · 14/12/2018 23:38
Thank you for your advice and thoughtful comments. I'm going to start my essay this weekend and really try to get on with it. You're right, doing it half heartedly is making it more difficult.
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