Brain doesn't want to do physics anymore

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The discussion centers around the challenges of studying physics, particularly in the context of preparing for a master's thesis in particle physics after a break from academia. The original poster expresses feelings of confusion and stress while reviewing relativity, a subject they previously studied but now find difficult to engage with. They attribute some of their struggle to personal health issues, specifically arthritis, which has led to extended time away from school. Despite the challenges, there is a sense of motivation and excitement about entering the field of particle physics. Other participants in the discussion emphasize the importance of perseverance, refreshing one’s knowledge, and maintaining confidence in the face of difficulties. There is also a call for community support and collaboration among forum members to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, a brief off-topic exchange highlights the importance of clear communication, particularly for non-native English speakers.
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I'm currently reviewing the last chapter of griffiths e&m (relativity) in preparation for griffiths elementary particles. I've chosen to do particle physics for my master's thesis.

I've got total brain fog. I had never studied particle physics before, so reading the first 2 chapters was fascinating. I got a boost of motivation because I feel like it's "my field." Then I go back to reviewing relativity, which I've already done 2 years ago, so I've forgotten it, but it shouldn't be harder the 2nd time around! Maybe because it's not new and novel? My brain doesn't want to do physics anymore. It makes me so stressed out! I know summer has just begun but I've actually taken 3 semesters off from school so far due to arthritis in the hip (a genetic condition). I'm hoping to go back this fall. Now I'm not so confident that I can. Maybe it's the stress of all the crap that I have to deal with that's affecting my ability to study.
 
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it happens sumtym but doesn't mean u will stop it..4m ma personal experience physics is da most interesting subject i have ever seen..u just need 2 refresh ur mind n den cum back 2 track..m v new 2 physics forum..dont even know how 2 start but i think i will get it soon..if ther is any way 2 help each oder by discussion or chat or something like dat den i wod like 2 help n be helped by oder..dont loose ur confident..tc
 
SAMZZZ111 said:
it happens sumtym but doesn't mean u will stop it..4m ma personal experience physics is da most interesting subject i have ever seen..u just need 2 refresh ur mind n den cum back 2 track..m v new 2 physics forum..dont even know how 2 start but i think i will get it soon..if ther is any way 2 help each oder by discussion or chat or something like dat den i wod like 2 help n be helped by oder..dont loose ur confident..tc

What would definitely help is to write in a comprehensible way.
 
ectrhoi said:
What would definitely help is to write in a comprehensible way.

I was about to jump on his back, but I had a feeling English isn't his first language. So, I looked at his profile, and it says he's from Bangladesh.
 
His English is better than most facebook users!
 
[off topic]Most Facebook users' first language isn't English, either, though ;)[/off topic]
 

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