{"id":5764,"date":"2026-11-13T15:00:51","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T20:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/?p=5764"},"modified":"2026-11-04T12:03:15","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T17:03:15","slug":"all-about-priorities-how-to-avoid-overcommitting-in-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/2026\/11\/13\/all-about-priorities-how-to-avoid-overcommitting-in-college\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Avoid Overcommitting in College: Four Ways To Set Priorities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How many of us love being able to say yes to every opportunity, favor, and offer we are given? And how many of us hate saying no?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When college life gets busier, balancing current responsibilities with new commitments gets harder.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a people pleaser who tends to overcommit, I\u2019ve learned how important it is to take control of my schedule before it takes control of me.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Understanding how to steward your schedule prevents burnout and stress and maximizes the benefits that college has to offer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this post, we will explore four ways to avoid overcommitting ourselves.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Through planning, thinking carefully, learning to say no, and taking time to rest, we can number our days to get a heart of wisdom (Psalm 90:12).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plan, Plan, Plan<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some people thrive on color-coded planners and calendar notifications, while other people survive on vibes and a handful of sticky notes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Left-brain, right-brain, or somewhere in between, it\u2019s important that everyone has a way to keep themselves on task.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learning how to properly plan your time is a valuable skill that will serve you well in college and in life after graduation. But don\u2019t stress! It\u2019s easier than you think.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are some ways to plan well:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get yourself a calendar of some kind. Paper planner, wall calendar, or digital calendar \u2014 you need some place other than your brain to store due dates, class schedules, meeting times, and activities with friends.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use visuals to your advantage! Highlighting, underlining, and color-coding are excellent ways to be able to check your schedule at a glance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check for overlaps or conflicts from week to week. I often am forced to choose between different events or activities simply because they happen at the same time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Planning is key for staying on top of your schedule, and knowing your obligations helps you realize when you\u2019ve reached maximum capacity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5769\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4.jpg?resize=700%2C933&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Image of an open planner with different colored pens around it on a blanket.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C933&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C333&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?resize=120%2C160&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/NotebookPhoto4-scaled.jpg?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prioritize What Matters<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the flood of new responsibilities and opportunities that come with college, it can be easy to lose the sense of what\u2019s truly important.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We should evaluate our time commitments and recognize what each one demands of us. There are multiple things that students should prioritize before committing to extra responsibilities.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The most important time commitment you have as a college student? Obviously, classes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your class schedule should come first and foremost on your calendar along with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedarville.edu\/Chapel\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">chapel<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. These are not skippable parts of the day!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Put the important things into the plan. Class times, chapel, big project deadlines, advisor meetings, and work shifts all need to be given the highest priority. Since these things have importance for your success, make sure to give them the time they deserve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5770 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1.jpg?resize=700%2C673&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Image of Cedarville's chapel stage with the screen displaying the &quot;Cedarville University&quot; logo.\" width=\"700\" height=\"673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C673&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C240&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C738&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1476&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1969&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?resize=120%2C115&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ChapelPhoto1-scaled.jpg?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More things to think about are basic needs. You need to eat, so check mealtimes at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedarville.edu\/offices\/the-commons\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Commons<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. There\u2019s nothing worse than coming out of an evening meeting only to realize that the dining hall is closed for the night!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re a commuter student, make sure you factor travel times into your plans.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And sleep! Don\u2019t procrastinate doing your schoolwork until 1 a.m. because you spent the day rushing around.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, work in social events, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedarville.edu\/student-life\/campus-traditions-and-events\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">campus traditions<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, and coffee with friends. Relationships require time just like classes, and you can pour into the people around you with a well-planned schedule.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"442\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5771\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2.jpg?resize=700%2C442&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Image of a group of college students in a classroom, some holding signs, as part of a student political organization.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C442&amp;ssl=1 700w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C158&amp;ssl=1 250w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C485&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C970&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1294&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?resize=120%2C76&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blogs.cedarville.edu\/studentlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/ClubPhoto2-scaled.jpg?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whenever you consider adding something else to your plate, consider the time requirement it will take and any social, emotional, or mental drains.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be a wise steward of the time given to you here in your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedarville.edu\/media\/videos\/start-your-1000-days-at-cedarville-university-0yrvrbl4mdq\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1000 Days<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Say No With Grace<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re anything like me, \u201cno\u201d is one of the hardest words to say. For fear of disappointing someone or potentially missing a fun time, I will say yes to pretty much anything, even if I have other things to do.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Knowing how to turn down an offer with grace and tact is an incredibly valuable skill, although it can seem harsh at first. If you say yes to everything, you will have time for virtually nothing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For me, I had to learn to tell people, \u201cI\u2019m sorry, but I can\u2019t be there tonight. I hope you have a good time!\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It can be hard to think about people doing things without you, but it is freeing to establish your proverbial fences.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The hardest \u201cno\u201d is the one we say to ourselves. FOMO (fear of missing out) is incredibly real. In fact, it controls a lot of the things we choose to do because we are too afraid of losing a possible great chance or fun experience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Typically, though, other people respond quite well to an honest \u201cno.\u201d Setting boundaries with yourself and your own schedule shows that you have priorities that are important to you. It also makes saying \u201cyes\u201d even more powerful.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoiding overcommitments is more than saying no and planning things on a calendar, though. After all, what are you saving time for?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rest \u2014\u00a0Because\u00a0God Rested First<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The final thing you want to do with your free time is rest.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That blank space on the schedule can easily be filled with time with friends or time spent catching up on homework. But the best thing to do with a well-organized schedule, especially for the hectic college life, is to make time to stop and reset.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Especially at Cedarville, we should know that this is a biblical principle.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cAnd God rested from His work,\u201d is an important part of the creation story in Genesis, and the theme of making time to rest physically and spiritually echoes across Scripture.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Resting gives us the chance to read the Word, pray, and simply be still in the presence of God. No amount of schoolwork or commitments should ever replace this vital part of life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you pause to breathe, your schedule opens up, and you can get back to focusing on what\u2019s important.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">College is an exciting season full of new opportunities and fun activities. However, it comes with its own challenge of time management that requires students to plan their days and commitments wisely.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try to take a good look at your schedule and see what fits in your calendar and what doesn\u2019t.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You don&#8217;t have to say \u201cyes\u201d to every opportunity to make the most of your 1000 Days at Cedarville. I\u2019m sure you\u2019ll find a healthy balance of work, fun, and trying new things.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Though college is an extremely busy time of life, it is essential to keep the most important things first. Rest is necessary for life, or burnout will happen. 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