“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it ”
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I haven’t written in this section of the blog in a while, and honestly, I missed writing on here. This section is different because it has always acted like my personal diary and a way of sharing what exactly is going on in my big head. I hate that I haven’t been sharing more on here and I want to change that.
so here we go…
Adulting is weird guys! It’s too much going on at once honestly, and sometimes this sh*t is just so overwhelming. Beginning my masters right out of undergraduate seemed like a smart decision at the time, but right now, urgh I am not even sure anymore. Having to juggle classes as a full-time graduate student, with an on-call residence life job, and being a blogger ain’t easy, and it doesn’t help when you continue to spread yourself thin *rolls eyes at self*
It is so weird honestly, this burnt out feeling at this early stage… I mean I started classes last week and just started this job yet…it feels like I am suffocating already and that sucks. I am hoping to do better and work harder on balancing these responsibilities while maintaining time for myself.
Besides that…
Nah there really isn’t any besides that right now. I am allowing myself to wallow in this stress for a while and hoping with wallowing I will learn to do better with managing my time and expectations (i know, mean right?)
I do miss writing to myself and you indirectly because I think it helps me put into words the jumbled feelings in my head. I am ending this week stressed but hoping to begin next week on a better note! Plus, my best friend is coming into town so that should help a lot more.
How do you deal with burn out? Let me know in the comments below so I can feed off that and hopefully manage this better!
Love always,
That Odd Girl
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Hi, my name is Anna. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! How do you deal with burn out… Great question. The answer is not simple. I got my Master’s Degree in Business Administration while working full time. I was burned out! Over the course of years I forced myself to take it all easy. No matter what you are doing, just always have a reason and the end goal. Think through your every step, it will help you save energy and breathe. Being young is challenging. Lots of responsibilities and expectations. But it will pass. Good luck to you. I am waiting for more insights!
Wow, Hi Anna, being young can truly be overwhelming especially when you are in this day and age of technology and socialmedia! Thank you so muh for commenting. I will definitely be using these tips and will share how it goes!
Hello…. I appreciate your thoughts on burning out. I understand that there are varying levels of burn out. Have you found that? How did I deal with my burn out when I was juggling 6 part-time jobs, homeschooling 2 children, all as a single parent? I first noticed I spent a lot of time in my garden. Nature. With that I started to get a perspective on what was most important. And taking some time for myself. I wish you well on the journey. Patricia
Wow, i think I just have to find my own version of nature and then own that. I will and hopefully things get better with time. Thanks Patricia
I feel like time is the best way to deal with burn out! Sometimes it’s easy to lack motivation for a project but a bit of time away refreshes your perspective!
xoxo,
Katie
chicincarolina.blogspot.com
Taking time away is definitely needed. Thanks Katie
Dealing with burnout is no joke; I think giving yourself grace to take time away and refresh can be the key.
Thanks Nicole. This is definitely so true
Good luck with your masters! Meditation might help out if you are feeling burnt out.
Thank you!! I am getting into meditation right now so hopefully it helps
I always get burn out! I always just have to take a break, readjust, and get it done!
Briana
https://beyoutifulbrunette.com/
breaks are so necessary omg! Thanks hun
Love your honesty and how raw you are here- it’s always therapeutic to journal it out too! Great job!!
yes! it really is therapeutic
Aw girl- so sorry about the burnout! Sounds like there’s a lot on your plate. Take care of yourself and hang in there!
xoxo A
http://www.southernbelleintraining.com
Thanks Annaliese!
It’s inevitable, I think, to burnout. We try to accomplish so much, take on so much, without thinking of the toll it will take on us afterwards. I have been victim to burnout more times than I can recall, and I never seem to learn my lesson. Hang in there, you’re doing an amazing job, and remember, taking a break is never a bad thing nor can anyone blame you if you do. After all, in order to give your best, you have to be at your best 100% self.
true! I echo your sentiments so loud! Thank you so much
Hey that odd girl. I love the name and I love your blog. Being burnt out is one of those things we experience in life. Once a while it pops up. You are only human. When those times pop up. Just relax, take a deep breath and re access. You will find yourself steps ahead again. Good luck
Hi Chi Chi, Nigerians stand up thanks for the love and for commenting! Ill definitely take your advice and push to be better
Girl how much I can relate! Everyone has their own way of unloading their thoughts/burdens so I hope to see more in this section Dealing with moving to 2 states within one year, school, my relationship, my child and my own personal problems, sometimes I could just explode. Adulting is straight stupid lol My mindset lately has been to smile everything out and really focus on things that make me happy. Trying not to bring my troubles into parenting and such. But thank you much for sharing !
Wow, that is a lot to deal with yet here you are being so strong and positive. Thanks for commenting and constantly showing love. Positivity all the way
Adulting is so rough. I’m 25 and feel like everyday is one glamorous discovery after another (sometimes good, sometimes bad).
wow and here I was thinking it will get better…. whew!
I totally commend you for going right into grad school, I don’t think I could do it! I mostly deal with burnout by truly prioritizing my tasks and to-dos. Not everything is necessary to do. And I give myself at least a weekend away from everything just hunkered down at home. I hope you can break through soon!
Thanks Nicole! I hope I get a break too! Thanks for commenting though! so kind
Great article. Very interesting. You are very right. Adulting is hard.
Unfortunately, that burnt out feeling is waaaaay too common! Sometimes there is just too much to fit in a day. How do I cope? Learn to say no. Prioritise, is doing this "thing" going to help me spend more time with my family/dog/gym/concentrating on my passion/helping my mental health – whatever your goal is. And also making time for myself – for exercise, yoga, and a hobby (which happens to be blogging!!!). Good luck.
Haha! You are the second person to remind me that blogging is my hobby and I should not forget that! I tend to put a lot of stuff on myself because of my thinking this way! Thanks for commenting love
I feel ya. I’m get a little tired every now and then with blogging. I think the important thing is to find balance. I always told myself if blogging felt like a chore, I would stop it rather than be unhappy. Between balancing life and passions it can be tough!
-Shayshaytries
http://www.shayshaytries.com
It definitely feels so hard! I am beginning to get a hang of it though thankfully! Thanks shay
Oh man, I feel you. I remember the first time I felt serious burnout early in my career and I was just miserable. It go so bad I actually ended up just quitting, realizing having no job and struggling to find a new one has GOT to be better than feeling the way I was at the time. Luckily I got a new job immediately afterwards so I was set financially. I think sometimes it’s just good to take a break when you’re feeling burnout
Yes! I definitely understand the importance of breaks! Thanks love
You’ll get through it, just take each day at a time
I hope the stress lessens for you soon! It’ll pass – we’ve all been there 🙂
Burnout is real. Take care of yourself. Meditation helps.
I’m right there with you. We’re 3 1/2 weeks into school, and I’m so far behind already. There’s just too much to do and so little time to do it. I’m also taking two graduate classes and working on my blog at night. It’s a crazy life!
Girl!!! I know right! School just started and I am already behind its crazy! wish you the best and keep sane! we got this!!
I love that quote at the beginning! My master’s degree program was one of the most stressful periods in my life, so I feel you. Just take it one day at a time. Give yourself even 10 minutes a day if you can to just BE. Meditate, take a walk, etc. Also, journal about your accomplishments! Even a list of your wins regularly will help you keep moving forward <3
Hey Erin, wow thanks for commenting and thanks for the advice