I suck at “adulting”, I really do. I’m trying to be better at it but until I finally master the art of being an adult I’m just going to fake it. Fake it till I make it, I guess.

So here are five things I do to pretend I’m “adultier” than I actually am.

1. Use a planner.

I feel so official when I pull out my planner. I feel like it gives off a vibe that I am put together and I have a plan. Wanna hang out? Let me check my schedule to see when I can fit you in.

2. Wake up before noon.

Real adults seem to manage to get a lot done during the day. So I try to force myself to wake up early so I can attempt to be productive as well. I usually have to set about seven alarms and sometimes I ignore all of them but at least I give it a try.

3. Eat a balanced meal.

I feel like sitting down and eating a nice salad full of leafy greens and protein makes me seem more put together than when I run across campus shoveling Smartfood Popcorn into my mouth.

4. Dress the part.

I try to limit my days of wearing jeans and t-shirts. I love the days when I decide to just wear my Blink-182 shirt and my ripped jeans. But most days I try to make myself look a little nicer.

5. Go grocery shopping.

I feel like such an adult when I walk around the grocery store to buy myself food. I have no idea why but it just makes me feel accomplished. I mean going grocery shopping is a task that all adults have to do. (I give myself extra points if I use coupons.)

So maybe I’m not at the level of making my own doctors appointments, but I’m working on it. Here’s hoping I eventually figure out how to be a real adult.