Leveling Up Adulting: Beyond Volunteering

Ah, you want to be more responsible in life, huh? Well, congratulations on taking the first step by acknowledging that you need to step up your game! Volunteering is great and all, but let's get real, there's more to being a responsible adult than just showing up to a soup kitchen once a month.

So, here are some ways to level up your responsibility game:

• Pay your bills on time. Like, all of them. Don't make me come after you with a collection agency.
• Take care of your physical and mental health. Eat some veggies, exercise, and don't be afraid to see a therapist.
• Set boundaries with people. Learn to say no without feeling guilty.
• Get organized. Use a planner, set reminders, and for the love of all things holy, clean your room!
• Be accountable for your actions. Own up to your mistakes and learn from them.
• Learn to cook something other than ramen noodles. Your taste buds (and stomach) will thank you.
• Save some money. You know, for a rainy day or a emergency fund.
• Be kind to others. Hold the door open, let people cut in front of you in line, and don't be a jerk on the internet.

There you have it! Follow these tips, and you'll be well on your way to becoming a responsible adult. Or, at the very least, you won't be a hot mess anymore.