IoneMacaroni

I've applied to several PhD programs in Counseling Psychology already and now reality is starting to set in. I'm so worried about finances and time commitment and now my serious boyfriend has expressed serious concern, too. Me and him are about 5 years apart. I'm 24 and he's turning 30 in March. I've been dreaming of obtaining my PhD since undergrad, but now I'm not even sure what to do. My partner shared with me that he's been thinking more about the sacrifices we would have to make if I get accepted somewhere. He's worried about money, time, and wants to have kids in 5 years, which honestly I do too. But he wanted these next 5 years to be a chance to get financially secure and travel. I'm considering deferring enrollment for a year if I get accepted somewhere so we can enjoy some of that freedom before I start. Is it possible to get financially secure in a doctoral program? Will I have free time to enjoy with my boyfriend once I start a PhD program? Can we travel? What have been your experiences with maintaining a relationship and making sure you and your partner are happy?

Ooo! Last year when I had applied to grad programs, I made these Christmas mason jar snow globes and gave them chocolate bars. They loved it! I think hand made gifts are really cute and meaningful. You could also put together a little mason jar gift filed with candies. You go on google or pinterest and type in ombre candy jars. There's tons of cute ideas.

You're taking a class called Thought Control in Contemporary Society?! That sounds amazing!

Laser beams *pew pew*

Hey everyone! I just finished applying to Masters programs in Counseling and now I'm just waiting around in constant worry. I applied to nine schools but most of them are safety schools. I'm planning to go out of state for a PhD but want to stay in Texas for the time being. I wanted to know if anyone is applying or has applied in the past to these schools and about how long did it take to hear back. Also, any information on these schools would be appreciated. For example, how is the faculty, campus life, funding, etc. These are the ones I really want to hear back from: University of New Mexico (my dream school!) University of Houston University of Texas - San Antonio University of Texas - El Paso Thanks!

Not a classic, but Flowers for Algernon is a really great read! Brave New World is also a classic and a pretty good book. I need to start reading more frequently as well.