5 Signs You’ve Become An Adult (And What To Do About It)
Posted on January 12, 2010 - Filed Under ideaDRUNK's ideas
I hate maturity.
It kills creativity. Instead of seeing a world of possibilities, you start being “realistic”. What that means is that you’re content to deal with what the world gives you. Not daring to dream. Not daring to question the norm. Not curious enough to ask “Why?” And despite all efforts, maturity eventually creeps up on you. Here’s how to spot it:
- This Christmas, you enjoyed giving presents more than getting them.
- You and the bank successfully co-own a house. It also means that the bank independently owns your balls.
- You have started to take a multivitamin. Not the Flintstones kind.
- You no longer wear sweatpants outside of the house (unless you plan on actually sweating).
- You’ve convinced yourself that you “like” salad. And vegetables.
If you find yourself moving swiftly towards maturity, here’s what to do:
- Go to Toys “R” Us. Buy a toy.
- Create art and give it to your parents. It can some fancy photography or a macaroni picture. Nothing brings back your childhood like the feeling that your work is going on the fridge.
- Eat a Happy Meal. And make sure you get a sweet toy.
- Play in the dirt.
- Take notes in crayon.
Maturity is the enemy of creativity. In order to foster a fruitful creative environment, you have to think like a kid. You have to be curious. Because the secret to creativity is curiosity. Look at the world in wonder. See the possibilities.
And don’t fall into the trap of thinking that you should grow up and become an adult.
- Christian
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Didn’t I hear that you’re growing up?
You heard wrong.
#1 and #4 are particularly true. this xmas i was really excited to give gifts. i need a root beer float stat.