As the school year approaches its end, many of us are feeling the weight of endless assignments and class projects. While scrolling through social media, I’ve noticed an influx of lighthearted quizzes: “Which Disney Princess Are You?” or “What Type of Flower Represents You?” With that in mind, I thought it was high time to create a quiz tailored for moms who are feeling the strain: How done are you with the school year?
You might think a quiz is unnecessary to reveal your frustration with science fairs and math homework, but let’s face it—this is a hectic period for all of us. It can be hard to gauge whether you just need a moment to breathe or if you’re on the brink of needing a weekend getaway. So, take a moment for yourself and answer the following questions with complete honesty.
Quiz Questions
When you spot paper cups in the grocery aisle, your thoughts are:
- What a waste of resources; why do people even need paper cups?
- Oh, paper cups! I need these for my kid’s Flat Stanley party tomorrow.
- Yikes! I was supposed to send those in today for my daughter’s Flat Stanley party.
- Ugh, paper cups. Wasn’t I supposed to send some for her soccer party last week? Or was it for the Friendship Club on Wednesday? I can’t keep track of all these events!
Seeing a backpack overflowing with a year’s worth of art projects makes you feel:
- Excited! You can’t wait to add these masterpieces to the collage you’re preparing for your child.
- A bit annoyed, but you appreciate their creativity. You might keep a couple of pieces on the fridge.
- Toss it into the closet to deal with later. (Later is usually when the smell of uneaten lunch wafts through the house.)
- Just toss the whole thing in the trash. If anyone asks where it went, you’ll just say you don’t know.
When your child hands you yet another form to complete, you:
- Fill it out right away and send it back without a second thought.
- Let out a sigh and mutter a few choice words, but eventually complete it.
- Throw it in the “to sign” pile and hope for the best.
- Craft it into a paper crown and belt out “I Feel Pretty.”
Scoring:
If you answered mostly 1’s, you’re in a good place—perhaps you’ve just had a break, or your kids are still at home!
If you chose mostly 2’s, you’re hanging in there but ready for the school year to wrap up. Treat yourself to some herbal tea—you deserve it!
With mostly 3’s, you’re nearing your breaking point. It’s time for a night out with fellow moms to recharge.
If you selected primarily 4’s, you’re in dire need of some serious self-care. Grab a friend, family member, or even that friendly stranger in line at the coffee shop, and escape for a weekend.
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As the school year winds down, consider taking a moment to reflect and recharge. Whether it’s through a quiz or a girls’ night out, remember that you’re not alone in this journey.