Signup date: 07 Jan 2013 at 5:18pm
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Hi
First of all, I know how you feel. I'm not in as toxic an environment as you seem to be, but have still felt the feelings of despair you are going through, so you are not alone.
Try not to let your supervisor's comments get you down - you were right to have time off - it was Christmas after all! - and I agree with huhu that taking some time away is essential when you get so low.
If possible, speak to your supervisor and explain that it is impossible to have the results by tomorrow (and why) and work out a timetable for when you can reasonably do this by. I would consider getting my supervisor to help me with this, but in your case, you are probably better off doing this before you see them. That way you are not just saying you can't do it, you are explaining why those expectations are unreasonable and presenting a sensible approach to getting the work done. If he needs it sooner than that, that's is problem, he should have given you more notice. If it can't be done by staying up all night, I would advise you to go home at a sensible time. Working all night can be a way of meeting deadlines, but as you get tired, your productivity will go down, you might make mistakes and it's certainly not sustainable in the long run, so you are better off giving yourself working hours you can stick to.
Please don't quit, you are so close. Think of all the time and effort you have put in. Is it possible to transfer and finish your PhD somewhere else? I don't know anything about your field/situation but if it is possible it might be worth considering.
Also, huhu's suggestion of exercise is, I think, a good idea. While your feelings of depression are caused by your work situation, exercise is known to help with depression and I find it helps keep things ticking over, helps me sleep better etc.
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