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the interpretation of dreams - knj
unexpressed emotions will never die - the interpretation of dreams, sigmund freud
summary- he’s the man of your dreams, the an you’ve spent over 6 years pining over. and he’s also your Ph.D. mentor and in charge of your very future.
word count- 13.8k
pairing- namjoon x reader, background jikook
rating- 18+
genre- oneshot, smut, fluff
warnings- dom/sub undertones, penetrative sex, oral sex (m.f. receiving), unprotected sex (don’t be like this! pls), creampie, impreg kink I guess if u squint?, dirty talk, praise kink x 100, joon is a soft!dom, wants to praise u forever and ever, finger sucking, sluttybff!jimin, casual and consenting name-calling, jimin calls u bitch a lot but its ok, daddy kink lmao.
a.n- namjoon in glasses breaks me everytime. i had to get this out here bc that man gets me too hot. also, word of caution, in real life don’t fuck your Ph.D. mentor, lmao it will not end well
Grad school was hard enough without harboring a massive, supreme, gargantuan crush on your mentor.
You weren’t sure why the universe had conspired against you. You were doing everything right. You stayed in school, got great grades, never disobeyed your parents, graduated with honors from high school, graduated cum laude in college, and were well into your third year of a prestigious, world-renowned Ph.D. program for psychology.
So why the absolute fuck did the universe place you, little old you, with the hottest dissertation mentor, professor, and male specimen, the absolute ultimate dream come true, Prince Charming himself, Dr. Kim Namjoon? For all 5 years of your program! Weren’t you allowed some saving graces in your life? Some sort of a break?
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On academia and the glorification of The Grind
I am not the first person to talk about this, but I feel like it is especially relevant to me and this blog this semester. I have accidentally ended up in a situation where this semester, on top of doing double the recommended course load I am also working 16 hours a week. I will probably be talking about that on this blog, because that is what this blog is for, but before that happens and you see all the absolutely bonkers schedules and to-do lists I make to keep myself sane, I want to talk about why this is actually a Bad Thing, and not a cute and mandatory part of academia.
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hoO boooy PhD interview in 2 hours ...I need God level confidence to pass this and shitload of prayers 👁️👄👁️ 💜💜 💀💀
these are probably the most useful study/productivity tips I can give you right now! I know it’s been really difficult to stick to plans, stay disciplined and keep oneself accountable at the moment, as so much we used to rely on has changed, so I hope this helps some of you!
Got accepted into a Ph.D. program!
Studyblr can’t get rid of me now :)
Here’s to three (ish) more years of reblogging study motivation posts instead of actually studying!!
when i get asked probing questions about my research
Every exchange between me and my advisor
My supervisor, reviewing my written research design: This part seems a bit awkward…?
Me: I am the one who wrote it. What did you expect.
first year of my phd and im thinking about potential directions for a post-doc. that's the devil talking
9.28.2023
I don't know that I will ever enjoy 5:00 am study sessions, but I do love the cozy, focused solitude. This morning I was preparing for a chemistry exam, which--thankfully, and to my surprise--went very well. The rest of the day was much less stressful, and I managed to handle a few lab tasks, start on some problem sets, and go for a run. I'm currently reading Steppenwolf (albeit at a glacial pace) and enjoying it quite a lot--Hesse is one of my favorite authors. I hope you all end the week on a high note and enjoy the weekend :)
1.25.2024
Hello friends :) The new semester is underway, and off to a good start so far. For classes, I'm taking Biotransformations, Soil and Groundwater Remediation, Carbon Storage, and the environmental engineering seminar. I've also been in the lab a lot more, and am almost ready to begin my first major experiments here. It's nice to feel like I am settling into my program and new city; both have been bringing me a lot of happiness lately. Wishing everyone a fulfilling 2024!
2.8.2024
The past few weeks have been absolutely insane; although stressful due to long hours in the lab and balancing a million things, I can't recall a time I've learned more in such a short period. There is of course still SO much I don't know within my field, but it's satisfying to feel myself becoming more knowledgeable by the day.
Towards the end of last semester, I spent some time reflecting on how my first year was going and considering how to really develop as a researcher. The gap between a first and second year PhD student is huge, in my opinion--since I switched fields from undergrad, it's probably even more true in my case. I did learn a lot last semester, but I was still settling into a new environment and program. There is a lot to get adjusted to in this lab; it's huge, a bit chaotic, and used by multiple groups.
I am finally feeling more confident and independent, so I think this is the time to really grind in order to be where I want to be going into my second year. In addition to ramping up lab work, I've been trying to read way more. For each article I read, I also make a slide in an ongoing PowerPoint that summarizes key findings and any notes or questions I have. This isn't so much an organizational method (I use Zotero for that) as it is a way to follow interesting threads in current research and develop a habit of active reading.
If anyone has a reading practice that really works for them I'd love to hear about it :)
3.17.2024
Honestly, last week was really hard. This hasn't been a very restful weekend either, since I have a (very frustrating) problem set due tonight and a midterm tomorrow. I feel like I'm going in circles in the lab; perhaps I'm just being impatient, but the perceived lack of progress is getting to me. I'm trying to use this as an opportunity to practice gratitude, focus on what I can control, and keep my struggles in perspective. Hopefully things will swing the other way soon.
7.2.2024
This is a big month, as I am beginning to work on my qualifying exam. I have four weeks to write a critical review and prepare a presentation, then I need to pass an oral defense. Trying to stay focused and healthy by prioritizing self care and routine for now, but I can't wait to celebrate when it's done.
Am drinking the most amazing cup of mocha. It blends chocolate's sensuality with the dark academia of coffee. It's a PhD scholar succubus.