10 Signs You Have Too Much On Your Plate
Start writing a post
Student Life

10 Signs You Have Too Much On Your Plate

How to know if you are over involved. Does this sound like you? No, are you sure?

782
10 Signs You Have Too Much On Your Plate
Pexels

Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed and overloaded with work? Between going to class, your part time job and the millions of activities you are involved in, who has time to stop and smell the roses? Perhaps you are over-involved. If this sounds like you, then it's time to stop and take a break from your busy life.

1. There is not enough time in the day

You are constantly scrambling for time. It seems that 24 hours is not enough anymore; your day needs to be closer to 72 hours (and even that may not cut it).

2. You are constantly on the go

Class, school, work, meeting, class, meeting, work… You are spinning in circles and when you have any free time, you use that for homework. Isn’t that what free time is for?

3. You never say no

You never turn down a challenge, but it may be time to let someone else do the dirty work for a change.

4. You have forgotten the definition of fun

What is fun? I have fun! I mean I don’t remember the last time I went out to a party or went out with friends that weren't for a meeting, but still I have fun.

5. You are the very definition of busy

Ha! You know the very definition of busy and laugh when someone explains how busy he or she is. I mean, who can compete with you?

6. Sleep has become a dream

You have hit the point where sleeping is a luxury. A luxury that you no longer seem to have--in fact, as much as you may hate to admit it, you often enjoy sleeping over being awake.

7. Your parents are worried about you

The rare moments you call your parents on the phone consist of your mother telling you maybe it's time to take a break and cut out some activities. Is the "staring at the grass" club really worth being in? What does she know, right? I mean, you are the president of it.

8. You can’t remember the last time you did something for yourself

What about me? I don’t know what I want anymore. Even if I did, who has the time for that?

9. Your weekends are just as busy as your week

Everyone wishes you a happy Friday or tells you to have a good weekend. What does that mean anymore? Aren’t weekends just an extension of the week, but filled with more work just without the class part?

10. You are starting to think this list sounds exactly like you, but you won’t admit to it

Being involved is great! It is important to be involved, but there is a fine line between being involved and going insane. So this week try to carve out some time for yourself and enjoy living life. After all, you only get to live it once.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

74157
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

46703
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

977361
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments