Understanding Overscheduling

Overscheduling refers to the feeling of being stretched too thin, which can manifest in both parents and children feeling overwhelmed by numerous activities. Many parents, like the one mentioned in the podcast, find their children enrolled in multiple extracurriculars, sometimes leading to stress rather than enrichment. An example discussed involved a five-year-old balancing five different activities, where the child expressed her dislike of the rushed pace over her love for ballet, highlighting the awareness children can have about their limits. Recognizing this feeling of stress is crucial for families to evaluate the balance of activities in their lives.