During my first job intervew, the panelists asked me where will I find myself in 10 yrs. I told them that I will be married at the age of 30. I am 35 now and still remain single. My hope of finding my partner dwindles as day passes by. I also told them that I will have my PhD by then. I earned it at the age of 32. To my defense, I had to render my return service first before I can leave the country, and in average, phd studies in US takes 6 yrs while you can earn it with in 3 yrs in Europe and Asia. The truth is I have more than a year of game time playing online games. I was lonely and can easily be distacted. My piece of advice, find your partner first, you will become more focus and will be more motivated to finish it early.