What You Say Vs. What You’re Thinking When I Tell You I’m Writing a Thesis

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What you say: You’re writing a thesis? What’s your major?

What you’re thinking: I guess there’s no turning back from this conversation now.

What you say: So what’s your specific topic?

What you’re thinking: I’ve no other choice but to humor you.

What you say: That field sounds really unique!

What you’re thinkingOut of all the possible theses, you couldn’t have cured cancer or something?

What you say: How does your data look?

What you’re thinking: Wait, is “theses” really the plural of “thesis” ?

What you say: You must be pretty busy!

What you’re thinking: My life is better than yours!

What you say: When is it due?

What you’re thinking: How much longer will my life be better than yours?

What you say: How long does it have to be?

What you’re thinking: Actually, my life will probably always be better than yours.

What you say: You don’t want to go into research but you’re doing an independent research project? No, that’s totally fine!

What you’re thinking: Your priorities are misplaced and I seriously question your judgment.

What you say: So, is that going to help you a job?

What you’re thinking: I’m sorry for you.

What you say: Do you want to grab dinner later?

What you’re thinking: I can leave you out of the reservation since you’re working on your thesis, right?

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