to stop. Don't take on more than you can handle, and don't feel guilty if you have to say, "No." We all reach a point where something has to give, and it's much better realizing what to cut loose way before the inevitable, disheveled, fly-away-ridden meltdown. 3. Know when to ask for help It can be hard realizing that you can't get every little thing done in one day. When the school or workday is over and there's still those annoying chores to take care of, it's okay to call on your friends, family or boyfriend for help -- especially if you're sharing living space. Don't expect to always be able to tackle everything solo. 4. Remember to recharge When you've got a full plate, it's easy to forget about getting enough sleep and making sure you have enough time to relax. But overloading yourself without enough rest or breathing room between tasks won't help you in the long run. It may feel like you can't afford to stop, but breaking to unwind is important. If you don't, you'll find yourself completely burnt out in no time. 5. Be realistic Lastly, don't spread yourself too thin with an overwhelming and impossible number of goals and due dates. Only take on what you know you can accomplish in a reasonable amount of time. Contrary to the words of The Devil Wears Prada's Nigel, your whole life doesn't have to go up in smoke in order for you to succeed or make