Meet Sam, a third-year Electrical Engineering student at the University of Waterloo. With a penchant for over-commitment that often leads to late-night caffeine-fueled study sessions, Sam has learned the hard way that balancing courses is essential for both academic success and mental health. After struggling to keep up with an overloaded schedule and nearly failing a core class last year, Sam now advises newcomers to tread carefully and embrace the importance of manageable workloads.