Do you think 2 full-time jobs would mentally burn a person out? Do you know anyone who can handle that?

Question

Many people think it would be too stressful to work 2 full-time jobs. What do you think? Do you think some people can handle it? Do you think it's necessary since the cost of living in certain places is high &/or the fact that a person is a single parent, trying to raise kids?

***I'd like to work 2 jobs after I'm done with college. Many people have the stereotypical thought that because I suffer mental illness that having only 1 PART-TIME job would be too much for me to handle. I've known some people who've had 3 jobs. When I was in high school, I saw other high school students who worked 3 jobs. YES! 3 jobs.

Right now, I'm 23 yrs. old with a BA degree in Spanish, just taking extra classes, trying to get into grad school. I want a job right now, but everyone is like, "What do you need a job for?"

Answer 1

I had quite a few cousins do doubles on their jobs! Yeah, it's more money in the bank and in your pockets, but it will really tire you out! I've seen it happen to my cousins! They would stay sleep for like half of the day they have off! I guess their bodies catch up on lost sleep! If you do plan to work two jobs, make sure you eat well enough to maintain your energy level and don't forget to drink a lot of water! Fruits, cold veggies, nuts, and a deli sandwich are some healthy ideas for your lunch and a snack! Good luck to ya!

Answer 2

First of all find a way to get a bedroom door.. Is that possible? If the bigger kids are up that early making noise, i would lay down some rules, like if you guys cant be quite there will be no turning the t.v. on in the morning!! Discipline is good, and every kid and teenager needs that, or else they will walk all over you. That would help alot.. For you and your husband... try taking a shower together at night before bed. If that doesnt work, do you have family that will babysit? Start eating healthy so that the unhealthy foods wont add to making you tired. Good luck!!

Answer 3

Yes, I think it would be very stressful. I knew a chick who worked a second shift 8-hour job at a plastic factory then went to work an 8-hour third shift job at an onion ring factory. I think two full-time jobs would be too much for most people. If you're suffering from mental illness you really need to think about your health first. Many mental disorders can be worsened by excessive stress. Don't push yourself to the point where you jeopardize your health. You don't have to prove anything to anybody.

Answer 4

Two full time jobs would be rough but at your age, I am sure you could do it. You would just have to eat right and get rest when you can. My nephew who is 26 is working 16 hours a day. Yes it is at one job but the number of hours are the same. He is doing fine. He does miss out on some fun things but he has a goal and is working toward it.

Answer 5

When I was in college, I had to work 3 jobs. It translated to about 1 1/2 full time jobs. Actually, it kept me busy and since one of those jobs was babysitting, I didn't mind at all.

So when I finally got my first real full-time job, I worked lots of overtime, then six or seven days a week. It got to the point where I had to tell them I needed one day off. Then it got to the point where I had to quit altogether, because they wanted me to do favors for them, but couldn't honor requests for me.

Just deal with what you can. If it's stressful, then you can cut back. But the extra money is nice.

Answer 6

Every one is different and not everyone requires the same amount of rest. But I do believe tow full time stressful jobs is a bit too much and could very well lead to burn out and a bad case of depression. Don't forget NOBODY is supposed to work on Sunday either, God's day of rest

Answer 7

i know some people that does but i think it would make you get older quicker not age wise HEALTH WISE