Category: Adulting
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Day 69
So many time I wander around in my fog filled mind. I’m irritated because there is so much stuff I want to do but can’t seem to find the time to get it done. Books to read and write, things to learn and adventures to take. Can someone please slow down the clock already? How…
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Day 68
Be kind when dealing with older humans. It’s very easy for them to get confused. Don’t assume that because they misremembered something that they have dementia. They may just be tired or distracted. Be respectful. One day you will be the old person.
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Day 67
March is a sneaky month. You think it’s all sun and spring time. Next thing you know you’re searching the closet for the sweater you thought you didn’t need. I love March. Where is that sweater?
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Day 66
Since my family and I are in the middle of a relocation, I have packed most of my clothes. I left out about a quarter of my clothing. I have learned that I do not need so many clothes. With the limited wardrobe items I am still dressed comfortably as I am every day with…
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Day 64
One adulting skill that does not come naturally is adaptability. You must learn to move and adjust your sails on the raging ocean that is this life. There is a difference when talking about evolution and adapting. You do not need to evolve into a different human type. Stay true to who you are; however,…
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Day 63
Today is the day I officially start a new writing project. It’s easy when starting any project to feel overwhelmed. Keeping things organized and in perspective helps ward off anxiety. Adulting is hard. Which is strange to say because I feel the same in my brain as I did when I was in my twenties.…
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Day 62
Take care of your business. Wash your laundry. Take a shower. Get a job. Go to work. Pay your taxes. Buy groceries. Fill your fridge. Take responsibility for yourself. Then play. Be an adult and have fun doing it.
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Day 59
Anger is a normal part of life. We have to learn how to deal with it just like we learn how to be happy. Some of us get angry only once a week but others get angry everyday. You may disagree and say that emotions are not learned, humans feel them. True we feel emotions;…
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Day 58
Some days you just need to rest. If you’re tired…nap. If you’re sleepy…sleep. If your brain is full of unorganized chaos…turn it off for a few minutes with a short eyes closed pause. Give your mind what it needs.
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Day 57
Life does weird things to your physical self. The food we eat, air we breathe, and other planetary factors affect humans in good and bad ways. Drink more water. Eat less junk. Rest when you’re tired. Go barefoot when you can. Do whatever is possible to keep your physical self healthy. Easier said than done.
Brendan & Lori O'Gara 