Day 9

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

River North

Not to be the person complaining about “adulting,” but allow me to complain about the day-to-day responsibilities of an adult. Between my normal appointments consisting of the chiropractor twice a month, therapy every other week, and (TMI) waxes every six weeks or so, I’ve been squeezing in my annual appointments with my general practitioner, dentist, gynecologist, and dermatologist. I realize that I am privileged to have healthcare and the opportunity to do all of these things that help me stay healthy, but I’m really starting to feel it cut into my time. It feels like there is always something I should be doing and it’s hard to find time to relax. And when I do find time to relax, it’s hard to actually relax.

It's easy to complain about this and so many other things, but if there is something that I’ve learned as an adult, it’s that it’s difficult to be stressed when you think of all of the things for which you are grateful:

My boyfriend who loves and supports me

My friends who make life fun and appreciate me

My family that takes care of me

My apartment that keeps me safe and warm

My job and the benefits that come with it

My health that I often take for granted

Financial stability that allows me not to have to worry often

Goals to work toward to motivate me in the moments when I feel down

Of course, there are many more, but that’s enough to make me embarrassed about complaining.