(Part 2) How do I organize myself and keep making progress without losing it? Especially when you are at the beginning of your thesis and after you have your topic and some research, you need to write and organize it all. You'll see that very quickly many obstacles will start showing up. Don't panic, there … Continue reading Write your thesis: when it gets messy
Write your thesis, they say…
Where do I start? (Part I) Stop procrastinating and get your thesis written this year. I have been helping many students stay consistent and make progress towards the completion of their thesis. I know what I'm talking about: I was there 5 years ago. When they explain to you what a thesis is supposed to be, … Continue reading Write your thesis, they say…
Thoughts on Un pedigree
How do you tell your life story? I'm loving this book about Patrick Modiano's life. It's kind of an autobiography but with the big gaps that plague our memory. He says he is putting together his pedigree or curriculum vitae, to get rid of that life that doesn't really feel like his own. He is … Continue reading Thoughts on Un pedigree
The news
A short story She had been waiting for a while now and wasn't angry anymore. Finally, she was called. After the robotic 'hellos' she sat down and waited for the news. The words came out of his mouth and she understood them because she knew the language he was using to talk to her. The … Continue reading The news
Nanowrimo is coming back!
I have been trying to find a group of writers to work with like-minded people and try to socialize while writing. You might wonder why do I have this need really because writing is basically a solitary activity by definition: you sit down by yourself, pull together your ideas, start writing and rewriting until it … Continue reading Nanowrimo is coming back!
