No one wants to be an adult, alright? It's the honest truth of life. Adulthood is the worst. If you could find Neverland on a GPS, you'd spend the rest of eternity partying with Peter Pan and the lost boys. But sadly, the map search is inconclusive and you have to go on with your life and start growing up. College is a big distraction from reality, but slowly, the real reason you're there will start becoming more and more apparent. You're there to become an adult. In fact, you're expected to become an adult. It happens so slowly you don't even feel it sneaking up on you. You never saw it coming. Then one day you wake up and all of the sudden, you're expected to adult. This is not a drill. I repeat, this is not a drill. You have bills and responsibilities and a freshly printed resume. You have to wear real pants and are expected to be able to carry a conversation with real adults on intelligent topics. You have to wake up before noon. It's awful, but don't panic, Kevin Malone from "The Office" is here to guide you into adulthood.
1. Make sure to eat your vegetables.
You may need someone to force you to do it, but your body will thank you.
2. Never accept less than you deserve.
Whether it's in food, life, or salary, always know your worth. Mini cupcakes are a ridiculous concept.
3. Take time for yourself.
Take that vacation, get a little me-time, and give yourself a break.
4. Keep doing the things that make you happy.
Netflix binges are acceptable. Always. Do not let people try to tell you otherwise. They're wrong.
5. Don't waste your time with mean people.
Adulthood is filled with dumb people that specialize in being dumb. Be prepared.
6. Don't be too hard on yourself.
Everyone makes mistakes. The best way to become an adult is to mess up a lot and learn from it.
7. Treat yourself.
Everyone deserves a nice foot soak, okay?
8. Take advantage of every opportunity.
Follow your dreams. Maybe you shouldn't break any laws or damage any property in the process, but hey, even Kevin isn't perfect.
9. Find a creative outlet.
You don't have to be good at it.
10. Be aware of your faults and weaknesses.
Someone is bound to tell you about them eventually, so you might as well be ready for it.
11. Passion is important.
Find reasons to be that excited about life, but control your excitement so you don't overdo it.
12. Dating won't get any easier.
Sorry.
13. Keep dreaming, even if it's an uphill battle.
Adulthood is crazy and has the ability to crush you with the weight of the responsibilities. Don't let it.
