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    26 Ways To Be A Better Adult This Month

    Washing your makeup sponges, preparing for Thanksgiving, decluttering your inbox, voting, and other ways to feel like a good grown-up.

    1. Sanitize your electronic devices using a carbon cleaner that'll kill bacteria and polish away smudges and fingerprints. It's made out of the same material used in space by NASA to clean glass!

    2. Remove pilling from your sweaters, gloves, and hats (anything knit, really) with a fabric shaver so they'll look new for another season.

    3. Wash your makeup sponges and brushes regularly with a gentle yet effective detergent to restore their softness and stop the spread of bacteria.

    4. Read Ask A Manager, an insightful book on how to gracefully navigate tricky situations in the workplace, such as when you accidentally hit "reply all" on a cringe-worthy email. *Shudders*

    5. Download Earny, a free app that'll search for price drops on your purchases (via the electronic receipts in your email) and help claim the difference on your behalf.

    6. Weigh out ingredients on a kitchen scale so your baked goods come out absolutely perfect. This one even has a kitchen conversion chart etched on the surface, which is super convenient.

    7. Encourage yourself to stay hydrated with a motivational water bottle.

    8. Keep a lightweight down vest at the office in case it gets chilly. You can also layer it under your coat for a bit of extra warmth.

    9. Learn how to store all your groceries properly, from fresh produce to dry goods. Understanding how long different foods keep will also help you eat them in time.

    10. Organize your schedule and to-do lists using a hardcover journal that comes with a bullet stencil and informational pages (including conversion charts, holiday overviews, and a time-zone chart).

    11. Try out a five-day inbox cleanse and finally tackle the 1000+ unsorted emails that have been haunting you since you first started at your job.

    12. Stay warm on the drive to work in the morning with heated seat cushions.

    13. Invest in a temperature-regulating cotton comforter so you won't wake up shivering or drenched in sweat. Did I mention that it has moisture-wicking abilities as well?

    14. If you're thinking about starting therapy but are unsure of how to take the first step, check out this helpful guide with advice from professional therapists.

    15. Store cereal in airtight containers to keep it fresh, organized, and critter-free.

    16. If you're hosting Thanksgiving for the first time, check out these manageable recipes that won't give you anxiety or break the bank.

    17. Speaking of Turkey Day, pick up a meat thermometer for serving up a well-cooked bird that your guests will gobble up. This one is magnetic (so you can stick it on the fridge) and splash-resistant.

    18. Stick gel cushions on the soles of your feet to help make walking in heels (or hard flats) a bit less painful.

    19. Squeeze in a yoga session anytime, anywhere using Down Dog, a highly rated app that guides you through poses with visual demonstrations and spoken instructions.

    20. Deep clean your pores with oil-absorbing strips you can leave on overnight. They'll help suck out dirt, excess sebum, and dead skin cells.

    21. Make flavored water in an infusion pitcher so both you and your guests will have a tasty, low-sugar beverage to enjoy.

    22. Bring wilted flowers back to life by trimming the stems and adding a little bleach to the water. Bouquets are expensive and you want them to last for as long as possible!

    23. Stop steam from escaping and water from splashing everywhere with shower curtain clips.

    24. Give your desk a makeover with adjustable wooden shelves. Your co-workers will be seriously jealous.

    25. Keep your eyes peeled for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals so you can save $$$ on your holiday wish list items.

    26. Finally, if you've registered to vote, don't forget to hit the polls on Election Day (November 6)!

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