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Adulting 101

Adulting is hard! Use these titles to make good decisions and make life a little easier.

Websites

How to Build a Budget
Learn how to divide your income among needs, wants, savings and debt repayment.
Budget Bytes
Low cost step-by-step recipes, which include the price per serving.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Provides detailed information about the working conditions, training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects for hundreds of occupations in the United States.

Podcasts

Adulting
Because being an adult doesn’t come with instructions
NPR's Life Kit
Tools to help you keep it together
Unf*ck Your Brain
For feminists who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome

Videos

Dad, How Do I?
How-to videos demonstrating basic tasks everyone should know how to do.
How to Adult
Wide-range of how-to videos ranging from car maintenance, self-care, planning a party, and much more.
TED Talks
Over 3,500 videos, including topics such as personal growth, health, and identity.