This week I started drafting out my research proposal. It is due in September and it is going to go through a lot of reincarnations. But what really freaked me out is that I am literally planning out the next three years of my life. I had to do a chart saying what aspect of the experiment I will be doing at which point over the next three years. I knew that I was committing to this when I started, but actually putting it down on paper… THAT was far more overwhelming!
So here I am, wondering if my plan is even good enough for my supervisors (I find out on Wednesday). And freaking out because three years is a LONG time. And wondering why this is only suddenly occurring to me. And basically, I’m really not sure how I feel. Still incredibly excited. But now a little bit more scared…
Earth and Skye 
3 years will go quick. Already half way thru the 1st year. Have trust in yourself…you will succeed as you think outside the box. xo
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All the best and I hope it goes well! I’ve submitted an application for a Fellowship and am waiting to hear back – that was nerve wracking in itself…..
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Oh wow. I swear waiting to hear back is sometimes the most terrifying thing…
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I’m like surely they’ve made a decision? It’s been a month…and yes it is the most terrifying part of the process
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I was like that with the phd. Stood in the street screaming when I got my letter….
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