25 Things You Shouldn't Still Be Doing On Your 25th Birthday

You're an adult now. It's time to start acting like it.

1. Taking Baths

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The only exceptions are baths that involve candles or sexy-times. That's it.

2. Illegally Downloading Stuff Off the Internet

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Okay, that one was maybe a little preachy. This person should probably also get off of dial-up internet.

3. Not Voting

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I know it feels like your vote for the next president doesn't count for squat, but what about all those state and local laws where you can ACTUALLY make a difference?

4. Forgetting Your Loved Ones' Birthdays

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Just put it in your calendar already!

5. Drinking Alcohol from Plastic Bottles

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The only thing at the bottom of this bottle is a terrible, terrible hangover.

6. Texting Instead of Calling

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Give it a try. You'll be amazed what a relief it is to speak to someone on your phone every once in awhile.

7. Ignoring Your Car's Check Engine Light

I know, I know: Car repairs are expensive. That's okay! You've got a reasonable job now, and it's time to start actually paying attention to the horse that carries you to and from it every day.

8. Not Taking Out the Garbage When it's Full

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Seriously, Oscar, get it together!

9. Cheating on Your Significant Other

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Don't fuck around. Literally. Especially if you're going to end up with a picture-perfect lipstick stain on your face.

10. Not Drinking Enough Water

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3 Liters a day. Trust me, it will change your life.

11. Driving Everywhere

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I know not every city has great public transportation, but you could at least carpool! As a bonus: you'll have to tone down your lunatic ravings at other drivers.

12. Not Brewing a Fresh Pot of Coffee

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It's the least you could do! Karen didn't even get a first cup.

13. Jaywalking

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Quite possibly the fastest way to spend $600. Or die!

14. Not Leaving Voicemails

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Regardless of how old you are. If you call me, and don't leave a voicemail, I will punch you.

15. Parking Illegally

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Come on bro, get your car towed! All the cool kids are doing it.

16. Getting in Fist Fights

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Not that you ever should be, but it's honestly time to cut it out if you haven't already.

17. Not Paying Off Your Credit Card

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I know you REALLY had to buy that last minute plane ticket to Burma, but your bank account would appreciate it if you'd slow it down a little.

18. Not Ironing Your Clothes

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You look ridiculous! No, using a hair straightener doesn't count.

19. Showing Up Without RSVP'ing

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No, you can't have a plus one! I didn't even know you were going to be here!

20. Letting Your Inbox Fill Up

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How do you even get to 1593 unread emails?

21. Ignoring Your Teeth

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Just because you lost one set already doesn't mean you get another...

22. Ignoring Your Financial Future

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Say it with me: Compound Interest.

23. Borrowing Things and Not Returning Them

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I know you left your phone charger at home, but that doesn't mean you get to take mine home with you too.

24. Lying

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If Jim Carrey can do it. So can you!

25. Filing Your Taxes on April 15th

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For most of us, taxes aren't THAT hard. We're just procrastinating. If you have a real reason to file late, just get an extension.