Occasionally, it happens. But I am wondering, What were you doing in that 8-month period while waiting for a research grant? Have you ever chased after your supervisor about the research grant?

You like the research relationship. Naturally, you tend to be moving towards the positive relationship.

True because UKM mission is to promote Bahasa Melayu (Malay language) as the language of knowledge at the pinnacle of the national education system. You can ask work_tgr.

You like the research environment. What kind of research is that interesting research?

You said you don't like her. Was that probably your first impression? And you mentioned she is very stringent. Stringent in what aspect? The quality of the research, or the need to micromanage your work? More importantly, how long have you known her and in what capacity? Similarly, you tend to be moving away from the negative impression (is that a fact?).

If your research advisor is a natural mentor and is willing to take on that role in your life, and if that relationship works for you, then count yourself lucky. Because not every graduate student is fortunate to have such readily available guidance and counsel from a more senior person.

I wonder if you've ever noticed that life is filled with ups and downs and this is no less true than in your life as a research student. Experienced students know that research can be frustrating at times and not always go according to your well-made plans. Inexperienced students have a harder time managing their expectations and frustrations.

Therefore, one of the first things you can become aware of is expecting to go through periods of stress and anxiety, whether due to work, study, or personal matters. Taking a little time off to relieve stress when the pressure gets too high is always a good idea. Rest assured about having to take a break from time to time because you’ll come back refreshed and ready to get on with your work.

Cheer up, Madonna! It's not the end of the world. You can elect to join other established research groups in your university, such that the research area is related to your field in some way.

With the boldfaced keywords above, are you indirectly saying that the embarrassing university you were trying to cover-up is UnMalaysian?

Using Bayesian Networks, this highly suggested you are doing your Masters in a public university.

Boldly tell your supervisor, “You're the final chapter in my thesis.”