Decoding The Doctorate

Edition#10 Thesis Defense: What Nobody Prepares You For

Managing nerves, uncertainty, and the pressure of the viva room

Sep 3 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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July 2025

Edition #9 The Quiet Wins in PhD We Forget to Count

Tiny Triumphs with Big Impact!

Jul 23 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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Edition#8 Navigating Common Anxiety Triggers During Your PhD Journey

Stress Signals in PhD Journey

Jul 16 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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5

June 2025

Edition#7 Blank Page, Full Mind

Understanding & Managing the Invisible Weight of Writer’s Block in Research

Jun 25 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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Edition#6: Handling Procrastination During PhD Journey

Because 'I’ll start tomorrow' has already missed too many deadlines.

Jun 18 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

1

Edition#5: Extracting Constructive & Timely Feedback From Your Supervisor

Because Feedback Is Fuel For Your Research Journey.

Jun 11 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

2

Edition#4: Between Help and Harm

How to Tell Constructive Feedback from Toxic Criticism

Jun 4 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

2

2

May 2025

Edition#3 Before You Dive In!

Things to know in your PhD first year that your future will thank you for.

May 28 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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1

Edition # 2 Wait, What’s a PhD Really Like?

A reality check on the roles, rhythms, and resilience required for the long haul

May 21 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

4

Edition #1: The PhD Journey Is More Than Just a Thesis.

Exploring the quiet transformations no one puts on a CV

May 14 • 

Mridul Mehndiratta

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May 2024