How to Adult

Want to publish your novel or non-fiction book?! Bestselling writer Josh Sundquist teaches you about book publishers, literary agents, and how to get dreams from your word processor into the wide world!

In which Hank Green tells you his life hacks for how to manage projects, overcome procrastination, and make life more awesomely productive! If you enjoy this video and have a Tumblr, please be sure to share it! :D http://learnhowtoadult.tumblr.com/post/108923375788/new-video-how-to-do-all-the-things-in-which

In which we explain what a credit score is, how to FIND your credit score, and (most importantly) how to IMPROVE your credit score and credit history!

In which we discuss cover letter templates, cover letter tips, and a cover letter sample addressed to a certain Mr. Holmes of 221B Baker Street. Elementary, my dear YouTube.

If you've ever used a tip calculator or wondered how much to tip waiters, delivery people, valets, hairdressers (or, like, anybody), this is the video for you!

The power of habits shapes our lives, so how do you change bad habits to good ones? Learn the best lifehacks in this video (which is also BREAKING BAD spoof)!

Investing and retirement accounts are great ways to make and save money. But what the heck IS a 401K, or a stock or mutual fund or dividend?! Let's learn how to fill your Gringotts vault just like Harry Potter!

In which we discuss how to be Pixar-awesome, why failure is the key to success, and how to REALLY overcome procrastination!

Job search sites and LinkedIn are awesome, but learning how to network is a powerful career tool. Here are 10 simple business networking tips from guest host and uber-networker Steve Johnson!

You might have a healthy grocery list, and maybe you're grocery shopping on a budget, so how do you choose fruits & vegetables that are actually fresh, ripe, and awesome? Here are 5 tips to always choose good oranges, grapes, kale, peppers, and much more!

Time to spring into cleaning! In this video, we discuss window cleaning, house cleaning, carpet and rug cleaning, and generally making your home more organized and awesome!

What is identity? Does identity change in adulthood? Our brilliant guest host Ashley Mardell covers these topics and tells you an adulthood secret: YOU control your identity... and awesomely, you can "keep growing up" when you're already "grown up."

Expiration dates are weird and potentially dangerous! What's the difference between Best By, Use By, and Sell By?! Will that old battery explode, or those leftovers give you food poisoning?! Find out in this video, as we explore the bizarre and twisty world of expiration dates.

Ever feel like you're the only adult who embarrasses themselves? Get ready to stand corrected! :D In this video, Emma, Mike, and Josh Sundquist embarrass themselves, all for your amusement!

Dear Graduates (and anyone going through a life change): You might be scared. But it's gonna be okay. Here is our best advice for what we wish we'd known when we were younger.

Decision making is tough! Choosing a career, knowing if you should break up with your significant other, picking what to eat for breakfast -- super overwhelming, right? Luckily, the amazing Dr. Lindsey Doe of Sexplanations is here to teach you how to make decisions about, like, everything!

Breaking up is hard to do! When should you break up? How do you know if you should? Sexologist Dr. Lindsey Doe is here with tips for how to break up with someone the RIGHT way, so you won't feel broken yourself.

Dreams don't always come true in adulthood, but what if that's actually a GOOD thing? SciShow's brilliant host Caitlin Hofmeister is here with advice on surviving a quarter-life crisis (or midlife crisis), choosing your career, finding your purpose, and her surprising experience of actually TURNING DOWN her dream job...three times.

In which we travel back in time aboard our new Chrono-Copter helicopter (yes, really) to explore some best practices and coping mechanisms for dealing with being stressed, overwhelmed, and anxious! Also, MIKE AND EMMA SHARE AWESOME NEWS WITH YOUUUUU, INCLUDING THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE COVER MIKE'S NEW NOVEL!!!

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In which ultra-special guest Wheezy Waiter teaches you some keys to drinking alcohol... responsibly!

Vroom-vroom, let's discuss how to buy cars/automobiles! How do you negotiate the car price, or know the dealership is reliable, or REALLY find out the car is isn't a clunker, or avoid the ridiculous overpricing that first-time buyers experience?! Find out in this, one of our most frequently-requested videos EVER!

Cheap vacations and cheap flights don't have to FEEL cheap! Let's talk travel websites, travel deals, vacation packages, last minute vacations, and much more!

This video goes out to Tyler Oakley, who asked us to explain student loans! Here's the essential info on financial loans, Stafford loans, loan forgiveness, Perkins loans, loan debt, and more!

In which we discuss the etiquette of how to write thank you emails, thank you notes, and thank you cards for all your personal (i.e., grandma) and professional (i.e., after a job interview) needs!

The need to learn new things doesn't go away when you finish school. In this video, Thomas Frank of College Info Geek will show you how to acquire new skills by using effective learning techniques.

In which we answer the popular question, "What should I do with my life?" Along the way, we bust some dangerous adulthood myths and discuss choosing career paths, joy, dreams, time travel, and the meaning of life and stuff.

In which we discuss overcoming Imposter Syndrome, dealing with clinging parents, how to be more productive, how to get a passport, and much more!

College, the transition into adulthood for many people, can be overwhelming. So in this video, we discuss little-known life hacks for memorization, procrastination, saving money, and more!

Grass stains, wine stains, blood stains, oh my! Ever lost your carpet or favorite clothes to a stainy tragedy? Never again! Let's discuss the surprising ways to clean and remove the world's most dastardly and common stains!

The sequel to an old favorite episode of How to Adult, this video covers some of the best books for motivation, creativity, stress, success, growing up, and (umm) fighting aliens?

Growing up is scary. But what if the things that scare you most aren't even true and you've been afraid for no reason? Let's bust 5 of the most horrifying myths about adulthood that you probably still believe!

In which the brilliant and lovely Hannah Witton explains consent: what it is, who can truly give it, and why it makes, like, everything better.

Renting vs owning a home: It's one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. Is renting a complete waste of money? Is buying always a smart choice? Not necessarily. It all depends on YOU. Let's find out which move is right for your goals, finances, and lifestyle!

Rejection and failure are hard parts of adulthood, often leading to low self-esteem, disappointment, and even depression. But what if you could actually conquer that rejection in a way that makes you better and more awesome than you've ever been? Here are our 3 tips for doing just that! :D