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Balancing Act

How to juggle all life throws at you

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Being in college your life can get really hectic especially as you get older and start taking harder classes. You have to start learning how to balance things more and more and how to make the most out of your 24 hours a day.

If you are like me, you may have two jobs and are a full-time student. Now, I love my jobs and I love being busy but sometime I truly want to just sleep for a few days. However, you have got to make sure you are organized. Organization is the key! I cannot live without my planner. I am that type of person that has to write everything down. I even get so organized that I write down what I have to do each day for each specific class and what time I need to do that by. Yes, I know I am OCD (or so I have been told). It is my way of making sure I get everything done and there is nothing more satisfying than checking something off the list.

Having two jobs, school, a boyfriend, and a family, along with an adorable puppy can be very time consuming, but some people thrive on being busy, and I happen to be one of them. If I am not busy I tend to slack off and my grades suffer. It has been a pattern with me since I was in middle school. I thrive off of being on my "A game" at all times. It's a challenge and I love to play!

If you find yourself needing to balance a lot make sure you prioritize and plan. Keep deadlines written down and try to get three things accomplished everyday! This way you will go to bed feeling accomplished and not stressed out with everything you need to do. Also, try to do something every couple of days for yourself. Whether it be going on a Starbucks run, reading a good book, or even a mani-pedi make sure you take time for yourself. It is good for your mental health.

Welcome to the real world. Buckle Up!

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