Secrets of Adulthood...make a list!
My list of "secrets of adulthood." These include all those times my mom said "you will thank me for this one day"...
- Over the counter medicine works. Take it.
- Sleep matters
- Take a jacket
- People don't notice your mistakes as much as you think
- People aren't paying attention to your physical appearance nearly as much as you
- The way you make someone feel is how you will be remembered. Be thoughtful.
- Intentional movement (exercise) should always the first line of defense
- By doing a little each day, you can get a lot accomplished
- Don't put off to tomorrow what you can do today
- Allow a man the room to be a man and he will
- You can control who gets your time and energy
- You can control who gets your money
- Changing your scenery or daily routine can be energizing
- Open mail immediately and discard junk mail
- Making your bed will instantly make your room look clean
- If you can't find something, clean up
- What you think is funny may not be funny to other people- and vice versa
- Soap and water removes most stains
- Do what ought to be done
- Love requires wholeness
- It is okay to ask for help
This idea came from "The Pursuit of Happiness" by Gretchen Rubin. Now, you should take the time to make your list!