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!