When You Can't Hang Out With Your Friends In College | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Social Life

I've Said 'I Can't' More Times Than I Can Count This Semester, And That's OK

To the one who feels exhausted because their plate is overflowing, sometimes you just have to take the "L."

216
I've Said 'I Can't' More Times Than I Can Count This Semester, And That's OK
Allison Blythe

Some days are just worse than others. Sometimes, those bad days turn into weeks or even months. But it is OK to have a bad day.

We have this perception that we are not allowed to fail. But sometimes, failure is bound to happen.

I am the type of person who doesn't like to say no and doesn't like to be bored. I don't like alone time, and I like to stay busy. I don't know how to rest, and I don't know how to plan free time for myself.

I have FOMO like no other, and I hate to think that I've missed out on something.

If you're like me, you may take on way too much, and your plate might be overflowing. I usually think that I can do everything. However, I have had to come to the realization that I can't.

This semester, I am working full time AND going to school full time. It has been one heck of a roller coaster, and I've had to let some things go.

I had to go inactive from my sorority for a semester. I have had to say I can't hang out. I haven't been able to go back home in who knows how long. I have had to say the words "I can't" more times than I can count this semester.

While I may not like saying those two words, I have learned that it is OK to not be able to do everything.

No person can do all things well, especially all at once. But you can do a few small things all at once with excellence.

I've had to find time to rest because I needed to do that for me. I have had to take the "L" on some assignments this semester, just so I could enjoy my day a little bit before bed. Sometimes, I have had to say "I can't" because I had to work.

When life becomes a whirlwind and you feel like you just can't win, remember that it is OK to only do a few things incredibly well, as opposed to everything half-heartedly.

So friend, if you feel like you just can't win, take a step back to decide what can you let go. Then go do a few of those things (that are of most importance) with pure excellence. I can guarantee you that you won't feel as exhausted after.

Choose the important things to focus on, and let the not so important things go. Realize that you need time for you, too, my friend.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

124480
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

27504
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

25681
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments