Episode description

to have too much on one's plate: means to have more tasks, responsibilities, or problems than one can handle. It’s often used when someone is feeling overwhelmed or stressed by all the things they need to do.

Conversation 1:
A: I heard you're working on a new project. How's it going?

我听说你有一个新项目, 进行得怎么样？
B: Honestly, it's tough. I’ve got so much going on right now. I feel like I have too much on my plate.

说实话，很难。我现在有太多事情要做，感觉我的任务太重了。
A: Maybe you should ask for some help or delegate some tasks.

也许你应该寻求帮助或者分一些任务出去。

Conversation 2:

A: You look really stressed. Is everything okay?

你看起来压力很大，还好吗？

B: Not really. I’ve got a ton of deadlines and personal stuff going on. I just have too much on my plate right now.

不太好。我有很多deadline要赶，还有一些生活琐事。现在真的有太多事情要做了。

A:That sounds overwhelming. You should try to take a break and recharge.

听起来都压力山大，你应该试着休息一下，恢复一下精力。