Everyone always speaks of the treacherous mid-life crisis when 50-year-old dads turn into motorcycle riding, tattoo getting, wannabe rock stars. But no one ever warns you of the 20-something- year-old early life crisis marked by mass amounts of tears, casual break downs, and heaps of chocolate working as a Band-Aid on the situation. What ever happened to the perfect life we dreamed of as young teens? I for one promised myself I’d have a high paying career right out of college, marry the man of my dreams at 23, and be the socialite of the party scene. Newsflash: Life doesn’t follow our plans and it sure as hell doesn’t slow down for us. I’m here to reassure you this isn’t the end of the world, it’s just a minor bump in the road. To help ease your pain I’ve compiled 20 things that are sure to lift the spirits of you 20 somethings.
1. First and foremost, buy chocolate.
I’m not talking a candy bar...This is a life crisis right? Treat it as so and buy every god damn candy bar in the store. Clean that Halloween candy out early. Ain’t nobody got time for trick-or-treaters when a crisis is taking place.
2. Go rent Legally Blonde.
Trust me it helps. Be prepared to throw chocolate at your TV screen, screaming “LIAR” right along with Elle.
3. Buy some take-out Chinese food to go with that chocolate.
Don’t mind the stupid fortune cookie inside, with your luck right now it might read “Try again”. Just stick to the taste buds doing the job.
4. Go for a drive and roll those windows down.
Feel the breeze run through your hair and brush upon your skin.
5. While you’re at it crank those tunes up!
Preferably the girl empowerment kinda stuff. You know what I’m talking about…some Christina Aguilera or some old school Backstreet Boys. No way can that not brighten the day.
6. Put your PJ’s on and throw that dang hair up in a messy bun.
Best be comfortable in your misery.
7. While you’re at it don’t worry about personal hygiene such as showering.
Less responsibility, the happier you may be. Besides, who’s there to judge you? No, your cat that hides under the sofa doesn’t count.
8. To lessen the workload don’t make plans to clean the house anytime soon. Let the coffee table be consumed with leftover food and beers.
9. I spoke of beers cluttering the coffee table, in order to do so you must crack a few cold ones, or 18 of them. Whatever floats your boat.
10. Make sure to dance around that filth of a place you call home now and air guitar through the halls while blurting out the chorus.
11. Dim the lights, close the curtains, and light up some candles.
If you have a salt lamp or even a disco ball plug that baby in. We’re going for an aura of peaceful happiness. Plus is that you won’t even notice the clutter anymore.
12. Put a face mask on because who doesn’t love a face mask.
13. Paint your nails.
This is the chance to paint them any daring color you can think of. Heck you could even add smiles and frowns to your finger.
14. Bake cookies.
Yes, I think this one speaks for itself.
15. Once you’re out of the recluse stage go to the local animal shelter and surround yourself with puppies.
If you fall in love take one home, duh.
16. Go on a hike and take in all the beautiful scenery mother nature has to offer.
17. Go to your favorite boutique and pick out a super cute outfit that you feel great in.
18. Find a concert or a fun outing to attend and wear that new outfit of yours.
19. Strut around the event like you’re the shizz because you are.
20. Hold your head high and know that you’ve got this.
It won’t be the last bump in the road and although life may have a few unexpected plans for you, everything will work out in the long run. You’re doing great!
