They keep saying “just prioritize” — like it’s a magic wand that makes life smoother.
But no one tells you what happens when life doesn’t follow your Plan
You prioritize school, but work calls for overtime.
You prioritize church, but your mental health is drowning.
You prioritize family, but they don’t even ask how you’re doing.
You prioritize rest, but guilt won’t let you sleep.
So here’s the truth no one wants to say out loud:You can’t balance it all. Not perfectly. Not all the time. And that’s Okay
Life doesn’t play fair. It doesn’t wait for your schedule. It shows up with needs, distractions, emergencies, and silent tears.
You try to be the best student, employee, friend, daughter, son, and believer — and end up losing yourself in the process.
They’ll say, “Plan better.”You’ll plan. But life will still interrupt you.And then what?
You’ll feel like you’re Failing
Balance is a myth. Rhythm is real. Grace is essential. And only God can truly help you carry it all.Because sometimes your “priorities” become a prison.
You stop going out. You stop laughing. You stop living.You just keep ticking boxes, trying to meet expectations.
Even parents who say “I prioritize my family” — do they ask their kids what’s really going on in their hearts?Or is it all morning devotion and rules, with no room for deep conversations?
So here’s what I’ve learned:You will disappoint people.
You will drop some balls.But you cannot afford to lose yourself.Let life be messy. Let priorities shift.
And let God be your strength when balance isn’t possible.Because you don’t need to be perfect — you just need to be real.
Written By: Joy Azubuike
