When we're younger, especially when we're teens, many of us have this grand vision of what adulthood will be like. For me, I thought it would be as simple as graduating college, finding a career and living happily ever after. I never imagined adulthood would be as confusing and as complicated as it is. I literally have to not think about all the other things I need to do as I type this. [Sighs] Anyhow, here are just a few things I've realized in my short stint of "adulting":

1. Relationships really do come and go; authenticity is rare.

2. You rarely see your friends; everyone is busy with their own mess.

3. Your phone will be used mainly for business and keeping track of time, not for social hour.

4 Money goes fast, really really fast. You NEED to budget.

5. A car can be at least three expenses (note, insurance and maintenance).

6. You need at least TWO sets of clothes (one for work and one for recreation).

7. Read ALL mail. (You have business now, and most of your mail pertains to that business).

8. Sleep is needed. Naps should not be taken for granted (adulthood is tiresome, af).

9. Home cooked meals take time and effort working people may not have. (Go back and thank your parents if they cooked for you).

10. There really is not enough time in a day. You HAVE to prioritize.

Because of the headache that can come with being an adult, it is important that we have balance. Nothing is more important than your mental or spiritual health. Set aside some time each day, and just focus on you. Whether it is 15 minutes or an hour, it counts. "Adulting" is never more important than you, the actual adult.