EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 28 MIN
Writing Your Thesis/Dissertation Pt. 6: Breaking Out the Writing Slump | Ep. 36
from PUBLISHING ACADEMIC RESEARCH | Writing, Mental Health, and Productivity Tips for Your Scholarship, Thesis, or Dissertation · host C. Kyle Rudick, PhD | Academic Writing Coach
Have you ever sat down to write and realized something just isn’t working, but you can’t quite tell why? Do you keep trying the same tricks to “get unstuck,” only to find that nothing seems to help? Hey co-authors! In this episode, we take a closer look at writing slumps during the thesis or dissertation. We explore five common “slump archetypes” and articulate why each one calls for a different way forward. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to quickly diagnose the kind of slump you’re experiencing so you can stop guessing and start responding more effectively. • Why foggy thinking, procrastination, perfectionism, overload, and exhaustion each disrupt writing in different ways. • Practical strategies to move forward so you can go back to being productive. Throughout the episode, we share small stories and examples of how writers break out of these patterns once they recognize what’s really happening. Because a writing slump isn’t a verdict about your ability—it’s a signal about what your mind and body need next. Want to Connect? Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7 Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min
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