Don't get me wrong, I'm happy my roommate is doing well in physics, but I can't help feeling a little pang of jealousy. Her private tutor sounds like a dream. He brings her little treats sometimes, stays late to help her prep for labs, and apparently gives the best pep talks. My private tutor for economics is nice enough, but it's strictly business. We meet, we go over the problems, he leaves. It feels very transactional. I know the main goal is to learn, but a little encouragement would go a long way. Has anyone ever asked their tutor to be a bit more... supportive? Or is that crossing a line? Maybe I should just be grateful for the help I'm getting, but her experience just sounds so much better 