Great job, thank you very much 👏

Fascinating

Hi Ciara, I am having mine in less than a fortnight. I am a bit anxious about my references. I know that everything might come up during the viva and hence we would never be “prepared” enough if I can say. But to what extend - in your experience - they would ask about the references and the details?

Cis female subscriber here! I'm a small time software dev in my spare time and your thesis structure in Notion inspired me to build my own PhD system in Obsidian from the ground up! It was inspired by Danny Hatcher and a few other Obsidian YTers. All of the great minds helped me build my own that ran a system that ultimately was a little too bloated for the software but with a faster computer it would be a stunning UI. Thank you for being the inspiration and I'll continue to support you in your life post PhD! I'm in the final stretch where I've scaled back and am focusing on my actual chapters that the system was too complex to run but with combination of Word I'm able to leaf through my dissertation. Thanks again for keeping this video up to keep me motivated in the homestretch!

Hey Ciara! Has anyone ever told you that you look so similar to Aloy, the main protagonist from the Horizon game series? You look absolutely gorgeous, and love your content. Best wishes!

excellent madam, kindly conduct the workshop online.

Big Ben is the bell. The clock is called the Elizabeth Tower. Ian Dee.

My main goal is to get back in flow with my KZbin channel. 1 video a week.

I can help with the mortgage. 😂. Great video. ✅

Hello @Ciara, Thank you so much for your sharing. That's helpful the people who start with ph.D journey. In this video, you mentioned digital note-system, you can share more detail how you create your the note system to get the high performance? Very graterful if we have another video for this point.

I have no control over my PhD. Every single thing from a conference presentation or poster needs approvement from my supervisor and is always changed down to the last detail. Even the "this should be your work" parts are being hijacked and I am not allowed to set deadlines or decide when to hand anything in.I feel absolutely useless and like I shouldn't come between my supervisor and my PhD.

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How did you become a drama teacher with no formal education? And how do you find the (financial) means to do all of this?

Have you ever considered doing a podcast with these kinds of tips? Really love your content! Lately you’ve been posting non stop 🔥

Loved the video- A posture coach ? How would one go about finding a good one ? what type of training should we look for ?

Do you have any tips for how to improve your confidence?

Why did you put Shay Mitchell on the thumbnail? I understand the others but not her, did she achieve something special recently? Also I think it does help to have a persona when you want to achieve or do certain things.

Insightful! On the last one I’d add, don’t be afraid to make mistakes. See them as stepping stones to get where you wanna go, and any “failure” was the result of an experiment that you can learn from. It’s definitely made me more confident to think like that!

I respect your transparency so much. Currently, in my CS PhD now, and yes I don't think its ever too late! Wishing you the best in chasing your dream Ciara!

Greetings my lovely. That was not the gherkin in your vlog 😉. Good luck with everything and keep at it 👍 💪 🇬🇧

yay!!! my goals are to 1) to get more toned and i'll be doing 4 lifting sessions and 4 cardio sessions split up through the week! 2) launch my hypnotherapy business and get booked out for january by christmas and 3) finish decorating my apartment and i have week by week priorities for which area of the house i'm doing. so excited and i'm already feeling so good!

I always really struggle in autumn. I’ve experienced severe depression at this time of a year a few times over the past 30 years. This year is actually not too bad but still pretty shitty and I’ve now done my back in and been in bed for three days which really not helping 😢

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Thank you for your effort ❤ we started the PhD and finished it at the same time, I enjoy your content .. I feel happy to see the notification of your video .. Quality over quantity ❤

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Nice to see your channel evolved over the years and that you have now changed it to your name. Good luck to you!

So helpful

Ciara, you have such a glow ! London really suits you. Love the vlogs :)

forgot to mention this is mostly my first week in london from approx July 15th

I hate it how all of these kind “change your life” videos always set a time limit for how long it will take you, like everyone has the same capabilities and life circumstances that can ensure their claims are true! I have disabilities. I’ve spent years trying to simple tasks which most people are capable of completing in a month or two at most! I’m all for learning and sharing techniques to help people change and grow into the best versions of themselves they can be, but why does a time limit have to be applied?! Even a healthy person who’s not able to effectively work on and achieve their goals by this timeframe is more likely going to blame themselves rather than the entirety of what’s contributing to theirof “failures“! It’s just so unnecessary!

There are 12 weeks (and 2 days) left of the year tomorrow. I’m spending my night setting the 12 week year plan up. It’s been a terrible year and I want to end it better so it feels like it’s had some purpose. (Christmas isn’t a big thing for me so that isn’t an issue) thanks for this video 😊

OK. So I cannot tell you how over the moon I am that you posted this video. Firstly because - YOU GO GIRL! Secondly because I am going through almost the exact same thing. I left the world of events 10 years ago because the company I worked for was diabolical. An old client I loved got in touch and asked me to work for her in Scotland last week and I have a complete blast! There’s so many similarities between our stories, right down to the grieving process I’m still trying to navigate having got back to normality last week .. but I am so hopeful and excited for both of us! Can’t wait to come watch you in something soon!! 💜💜💜

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Hey Ciara, it is really beautiful to see your joy! And see that at your young age you already found how to live in alignment with your passions and desires! Best of luck 🍀❤️

Thank you! This came at the perfect time!!

Love this Ciara ❤ Life is both short and long - too short not to pursue your dreams but (hopefully) long enough so we can experience several different careers and lifestyles - it’s never too late!

I believe in you! You got this!

Thanks for sharing your experience! I can definitely relate, as my academic journey has been quite similar. Studying always felt like a safe space for me, but I often felt out of place compared to others who took a more traditional path. I’ve been balancing work and studies since my late teens, and that made me feel like I never fully fit in anywhere. I also used to push aside my creative passions, telling myself they were silly and made me feel too exposed. The “Shadow Artist” chapter in The Artist’s Way really hit home and almost made me consider quitting my PhD to pursue a creative career... Ironically, my research focuses on professional identity and how we often let our work define us ! Now, I’m trying to find a healthier balance by putting my real passions at the forefront and seeing work as something meaningful, but not the core of who I am. I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with those who align closely with their work; it’s just that, for me, as someone who’s a people-pleaser, it’s been hard to prioritize what I really want over what others expect of me :)

Thank you so much first of all for opening a YT channel and then making a video on this topic which hardly any one touches. There are so many of us going through similar stuff and it feels like we are not alone. 😊

Such an interesting video. I look forward to seeing how things unfold. 😊