Secrets of Adulthood

From the Happiness Project

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  The best reading is re-reading.
  


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  Outer order contributes to inner calm.
  


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  The opposite of a great truth is also true.
  


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  You manage what you measure.
  


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  By doing a little bit each day, you can get a lot accomplished.
  


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  People don't notice your mistakes and flaws as much as you think.
  


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  It's nice to have plenty of money.
  


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  Most decisions don't require extensive research.
  


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  Try not to let yourself get too hungry.
  


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  Even if you think they're fake, it's nice to celebrate Mother's Day and Father's Day.
  


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  If you can't find something, clean up.
  


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  The days are long, but the years are short.
  


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  Someplace, keep an empty shelf.
  


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  Turning the computer on and off a few times often fixes a glitch.
  


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  It's okay to ask for help.
  


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  You can choose what you do; you can't choose what you LIKE to do.
  


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  Happiness doesn't always make you feel happy.
  


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  What you do EVERY DAY matters more than what you do ONCE IN A WHILE.
  


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  You don't have to be good at everything.
  


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  Soap and water removes most stains.
  


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  It's important to be nice to EVERYONE.
  


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  You know as much as most people.
  


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  Over-the-counter medicines are very effective.
  


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  Eat better, eat less, exercise more.
  


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  What's fun for other people may not be fun for you--and vice versa.
  


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  People actually prefer that you buy wedding gifts off their registry.
  


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  Houseplants and photo albums are a lot of trouble.
  


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  If you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough.
  


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