Dealing With Frustration
Research is a frustrating task. However, with the right support from teachers, fellow researchers, and hopefully with some new tips from me you can turn your feelings of frustration into hopeful curiosity. Research does not have to be a solitary activity. The stereotypical image of a researcher is someone in a deserted library hidden behind stacks of old books. While there are definitely times when you will have to put in some extra time on your own in order to fully meet your research goals, it can be very beneficial for you to have a research group. It is a common practice among academic researchers at universities to create research groups full of people researching similar topics. However, it is not a requirement for everyone to have the same topic in a research group. You can gain great perspective and fresh ideas from collaborating and working with researchers in other fields. In the age of social media, it is also possible to create a virtual research group if you cannot