School-life balance

In order to optimize functioning, it is necessary to find a balance between the

various roles one plays. A student often wears many different hats: partner, worker,
friend, classmate, etc. Often times these roles are in conflict, and a student must be
adept at attending to a variety of factors and assessing priorities.
The quality of your relationships can determine the health of your school/life
balance. A large focus on academics can cause strife in personal relationships,
minimizing your sense of support. Similarly, a preoccupation with relationship issues at
the expense of academics or work issues can be detrimental to performance, which can
put further strain on the individual and the relationship. Finding ways to integrate school
and personal life is essential. In order to maintain a proper balance, we need to beware
of too much stress. Stress keeps us focused and aware of all the things that need to be
done. It can motivate you to study harder and complete assignments and projects on
time. But when your stress level becomes more than a motivating tool, or when
pressures are too intense or last too long, you may be in stress overload.
In conclusion, there's nothing wrong with striving to do the best you can; the key is
in knowing your limitations.