Resource Library
🗂️ Tools & Worksheet Library
Welcome! This page is your central hub for all course materials in the CBT for Dissertation Success program.
Here you will find downloadable resources, including:
Worksheets and reflection exercises
Slide decks for each weekly lesson
Thought logs and tracking sheets
Checklists and templates to guide practice
These resources are designed to support your learning, build resilience, and increase dissertation productivity.
How to Use This Page
Download or open each resource before starting the week.
Use the resources alongside the weekly lesson content.
Complete exercises in your workbook or journal.
Repeat exercises as needed—skills strengthen with practice.
Stay organized: Keep files in one folder for easy reference.
Weekly Resources
Week 1 — Introduction & Mindfulness
[Week 1 Slides — Introduction & Mindfulness]
[Week 1 Workbook Pages]
[Mindfulness Daily Practice Sheet]
[Reflection Journal Template — Week 1]
Week 2 — Challenging Distortions
[Week 2 Slides — Challenging Distortions]
[Cognitive Restructuring Worksheet]
[Daily Thought Log — Week 2]
[Weekly Writing Tracker — Week 2]
Week 3 — Perfectionism & Productivity
[Week 3 Slides — Perfectionism & Productivity]
[Decatastrophizing Worksheet]
[Good Enough Writing Challenge Sheet]
[Weekly Writing Habit Tracker — Week 3]
Week 4 — Motivation & Task Activation
[Week 4 Slides — Motivation & Task Activation]
[Emotional Reasoning Identifier]
[5-Minute Rule Challenge Sheet]
[Task Activation Checklist]
[Writing Momentum Tracker — Week 4]
Week 5 — Managing Overwhelm
[Week 5 Slides — Managing Overwhelm]
[Overwhelm Check-In Worksheet]
[Mini Task Sorter PDF]
[Grounding & Reset Guide — Week 5]
Week 6 — Boundaries That Protect Your Peace
[Week 6 Slides — Boundaries]
[Boundary-Setting Worksheet]
[Energy Drainer Identification Sheet]
[Boundary Rehearsal Exercise]
Week 7 — Building Resilience Through Self-Talk
[Week 7 Slides — Healthy Self-Talk]
[Self-Talk Diary Worksheet]
[Resilience Reflection Form]
[Affirmation Tracker — Week 7]
Week 8 — Integration & Long-Term Habits
[Week 8 Slides — Integration & Habits]
[Personal Resilience Plan Template]
[Daily Minimum Tracker]
[End-of-Course Reflection Journal]
Tips for Using Resources
Keep all PDFs in one folder for easy access.
Use consistent naming for files: “Week # — Resource Name.”
Check off completed worksheets to track progress.
Revisit exercises as needed to reinforce skills.
Need Help?
If you experience difficulties opening files or using materials:
Email: [Dr. Czarny Contact Link]
Include the week and resource name for faster assistance
Pro Tip: Using these resources in order with the weekly lessons will maximize learning and help you steadily build skills toward dissertation success.