Finally started the actual writing of my dissertation, 286 words completed and 9714 more to go!  Will continue the work tomorrow…

This whole dissertation had dragged on far longer than I anticipated.  I thought that by locking myself up for a few weeks would heighten my focus and productivity, but the effect seems negligible.  I’m still too easily distracted by TV shows, internet, my aquarium,… when will I finally attain the power of self-control?!

Seeing the minimal effect of locking myself up, I decided to lift the ban and join my friends for badminton after close to a month of absence, it feels good to take a little breather and socialize with friends.  This might actually be more effective in freshening up my mind and re-energizing it for the seemingly unending battle of the dissertation!