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Omg I’m similar in my team. I will take things on but if I really can’t finish on time I will voice that. Or say yes I can help but I won’t be able to start until …
Don't let your own work suffer. There is nothing wrong with having to set boundaries and say that you don't currently have the capacity. It might be worth talking to your manager and letting them know that while you are happy to help others, you would like their opinion on how you should be prioritizing your own work with assisting others.
Chief
I make sure I’m not around all the time
I work from home whenever I can
Or find a conference room to camp out in
People can’t eat up my time if they can’t find me