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Okay, so, update on my life...

I submitted my corrections on Monday!!! What a strange feeling that was... I’ve had a niggling sense of elation ever since, but I’m not allowing myself to fall into that feeling completely because I’m still not quite done as I’m yet to hear back from my examiner on whether I’m allowed to move on with my life or not. But, I did it, I got over that last hurdle as best I could, now it’s just a waiting game. Whatever will be will be. 🎉

I celebrated with sushi, a bottle of rose, and Studio Ghibli films. Happiest self-care evening for a long time. I did have to sell a gold chain (literally) to be able to afford the sushi and wine, but that somehow made it even more rewarding. Post-funding-ending-but-still-in-the-process-of-finishing-the-PhD life is not easy, financially or mentally. However, with moving into a full time role in my company and with my corrections being submitted hopefully life will get a little less strenuous when it comes to finances and mental health. 💸

Whilst I await the examiners verdict, I intend to rest as best I can. I mean, yesterday was my first PhD-free Saturday since 2017, I am not taking it for granted. Despite having a full time job, conferences, and paper writing, right now, it feels like nothing could ever be as challenging as doing a PhD. 🌿

On that note, I need to go put together a conference presentation. 

Thank you for being on this journey with me guys. I’ll check in soon. ❤

 Illustration: Big mood. Source: @rubyetc​

You know. That feeling.