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The Secret Art of Being a Grown Up

Tips, Tricks, and Perks No One Thought to Tell You

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The Secret Art of Being a Grown Up

By: Bridget Watson Payne
Narrated by: Amanda Ronconi
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Hello, grown-ups of all ages! Eclectic, bite-size bursts of advice abound in this playful guide to feeling like the grown-ups we all wanted to be as kids. From thoughts on the best way to open a champagne bottle to a short list of the kitchen tools you actually need, these tips and tricks reveal secrets that are attainable, not intimidating. Anyone can make a life upgrade using these insights alongside the traits they already have - their wits, creativity, and enthusiasm. This engaging guide is the perfect gift for recent grads, first-apartment dwellers, and anyone who's ready to grow up one step at a time.

©2017 Bridget Watson Payne (P)2017 Audible, Inc. Parenting & Families Personal Development Personal Success Relationships Teenagers
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Perhaps you've heard the term "adulting," the concept of carrying out the obligations of adulthood that you'd rather not have. Well let's all celebrate the joys of being a Grown Up. The focus here is how to get the most out of life and maximize your fun.

Sure you need to learn how to budget and pay off your debts (and there is excellent advice for it here) but you also get to decide where to go to dinner and how long to stay out.

This book has lots of smart advice— even if you've been doing this for years. Find some joy in your privilege.

Be the Adult your Childhood Self Imagined

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