The real work comes later. Keep its importance in perspective. Academe is speckled with fragile egos. Students tread on terra infirma when they overestimate the value of life experience or underestimate the significance of the pecking order. Don't pull rank if you're not a guild member.
Writing can be the loneliest part of the journey.
Recognize with isolation is wearing you down. When you encounter a crisis use it as an opportunity to re-evaluate your progress and your goals. Self-Empowerment Be proactive. Know your rights. Know who to call before a problem occurs.