Who is it for?

This group is for you if your goal is to actively work on your thesis during the summer. You already have a topic, a supervisor, and have started working, but are facing challenges such as procrastination, writing difficulties, or thesis-related anxiety. The group is suitable for all types of thesis work.

What’s offered:

The goal of the study circle/workshop-like meetings is to provide a structure that supports thesis progress. A typical meeting structure:

Intro discussion and goal setting (15 min) → Pomodoro-style independent work on your thesis (1 h 30 min) → Final reflection, sharing feelings, and setting goals for the next session.

The focus is on supported independent work using the Pomodoro technique. Each session begins with a short discussion and practical tips on essential themes for progress of thesis, such as motivation, goal setting, time management, breaking down tasks, stress regulation, supporting your own well-being, self-compassionate approach to work, academic writing, and easing the writing process. Participants’ wishes will be taken into account in each session.

The group is led by study psychologist Kasper Louhisto. The group works primarily in English, but at the beginning of each session it is decided whether the day's session will be in Finnish, English or bilingual, based on the needs/desires of the participants.

Where:

Online via Zoom. Same link for every session:

https://lut.zoom.us/j/61161419624?pwd=zxOtxP0AEW83QWxDszT3pcv70W94YR.1 

Meeting ID: 611 6141 9624

Passcode: 684945

When:

From July 1 to August 14, on Tuesdays at 10:00–12:00 and Thursdays at 14:00–16:00, for a total of ten sessions.

There will be no meetings during weeks 29 (July 15 & 17) and 30 (July 22 & 24).

Registration and attendance:

Regular participation supports your progress best, but you are also welcome to join individual sessions.

There is no participant limit and no need for advance registration.

The study psychologist will be available during the scheduled meeting times. If no participants have joined within the first 30 minutes, the session will be cancelled. Please try to be on time.

For inquiries and additional information contact: kasper.louhisto@lut.fi