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Adulting or what you should know about in college

"Adulting" is the term many college students hear when they leave high school because they are faced with being on their own for the first time. Some come with a lot of life skills already. Others do not.

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Below there are a couple videos that talk a little bit about what it means to become an adult and learn how to master the art of "Adulting" (which sounds scarier than it is.) One of the main concepts of the first video is that this new way of living has to be done in steps, earning new things one at a time and having patience as you navigate all the new responsibilities you may have. This guide is here to help you learn how to make dorm-friendly meals, how to find books on stress and anxiety relief, and even learn how to apply for financial aid. So whether you're in the dorms, living off-campus, or still at home with your family there is helpful information for any new adult learning how to not just survive but to thrive with what they have. 

Why do we say adulting is hard? Two videos