Yesterday was my first official day back to work after the holidays. Key word: official. I had gone in a couple of different times during my Christmas break to get caught up on stuff. I hate myself for being one of those people. But really, it was unavoidable. Work is insane.
I’m beginning to realize what the next month looks like for me. BUSY. I have a crazy amount of work to do at my full time job … and have my Zumba class to prep (my first class is February 5th). I feel like it might be a little bit of a struggle to keep my head above water, but I think I can do it.
I’m one of those people who needs to tell everyone their resolutions/plans/secrets in order to get something accomplished. So today, I’m using YHG readers to keep my cool. Here’s how I plan to deal with my very full plate until the middle of February:
1) Remember I have people to lean on. I can call my friends, my family, my boyfriend. If I keep my stress and anxiety inside of me … I will blow up.
2) Write it out. I have a blog for a reason!
3) A social life is important. I know my brain is going to try and feel guilty every second I’m not dancing around to Latin music in my living room or editing video at the office … but I need to remember that meeting friends for coffee or going to a movie is important. I will go insane if I limit myself too much.
4) Be organized. I need to schedule my time. I need to shut off Facebook and Twitter and focus. I lose precious time at work (especially when I’m in the office after hours) by logging in. If I cut that out, I’ll be more productive.
5) Look at the little picture. Step by step. I know I have a crap ton + even more work to do. If I accomplish it inch by inch, I’m less likely to get overwhelmed than I would be by looking at everything that needs to be done.
6) When these six weeks from hell are over, I’m going to Phoenix with my family. If that isn’t a light at the end of the tunnel … I don’t know what is 
What else should I keep in mind to keep from losing my cool? What do you do when you’re in the middle of crazy, stressed out times?
Have a wonderful day!
Your first point rings so true with me. I have a tendency to keep A LOT bottled up inside, and it really does just make things worse in the end. A lot of the time I feel guilty for whining and complaining to my mom or some of my close friends, but the ones who matter will be there in both good times AND in bad or stressful ones.
Definitely take time for yourself, too! That’s my biggest advice. “Me” time is important, either with friends or without!
this is what I have to do too, breaking it down makes it that much easier. I know I have a busy few months coming up with work so it is all about taking one step at a time. Looks like you have some great skills to get you through
If you ever need anything, or someone to talk too.. feel free to e-mail me girl =)
good idea to schedule a trip at the end of your madness! something to look forward to is always a great motivator. if it makes you feel better – my next several months are madness too!
It SO helps when there’s a light at the end of the tunnel! With that, we can get through anything. I also try to stay organized and fit in fun/social time. We have to say same amidst the madness!