I've been a real adult (the job-holding, do-my-own-taxes kind) for about 3 years now, but I still don't really feel like an adult. I knew I wasn't gonna read this book cover to cover, but use it as more of a checklist.

Some points I liked:
1. Remember your circle of concern versus your circle of action. Basically, decide what things you can change. Don't worry about the rest. (Chapter 1, Get Your Mind Right)

2. A bucket of dish-soapy water feels very Cinderella-ish. (Chapter 2, Domesticity)

3. For tens of thousands of years, we've prepared food and eaten together - it's sort of our species' thing. So don't be afraid to cook. (Chapter 3, Cooking)

4. Develop a good meeting face. I didn't realize until my husband told me that I have BRF. I had NO IDEA for 25+ years of my life. So sorry to everyone who thought I hated them. (Chapter 5, Get a Job)

5. Freeze your credit card. Like put it in a container with water and freeze it. (Chapter 6, Money)

If I could add anything, it would be that EVERYTHING takes more time than you think. I learned that grocery shopping includes checking out, loading, unloading, and putting your groceries away. Doctors appointments. Paying bills. Answering emails. So plan for it. And always carry cash.