1. Library Card
This one should be obvious, but for some reason I still see individuals who do not like to associate with library books due to some sort of imaginary social stigma. Honestly, a wealth of information and wonder and your fingertips, you don’t realize how important it is until it’s gone. Nowadays, the library is so much more than just a library; CDs, DVDs, Ebooks, Articles, Encyclopedias etc. If you don’t have a library card already, go get one!
2. House Plants
You might think this is a stupid idea, but I’ve got a plant in my office, and it makes everything much calmer and nicer. Sometimes it can make a world of difference in the aesthetic and quality of your indoor living space. If you have trouble keeping them alive, just go to houseplant411.com.
3. Socks
- Empty your sock drawer
- Throw out every single sock
- Decide on your favorite pair of socks
- Buy 30 pairs of that sock
4. High thread count sheets and pillow cases
Ever been to a hotel or hostel, and found you just couldn’t sleep? Trust me here; get something with high thread count, and good quality cotton. A microfiber comforter also falls under this category. Like sleeping on a cloud… well actually not really. That would kill you.
5. It makes the shower much roomier, plus you don’t get tangled in the gross shower curtain.
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I admit, I’m a bit of an audiophile. If I see you wearing skullcandy headphones I will openly laugh at you. The difference between Apple earbuds and proper headset will blow you away. Try the Grado SR60 or some Sennheisers if you’re looking for somewhere to start.
7. Netflix
Even though Netflix in Canada doesn’t have the same amount of films as the U.S. version, you can’t go wrong. Free episodes of most TV Shows (Top Gear anyone?) without commercials!
8. A subscription to The Economist
Phenomenal magazine, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much more aware of the world you’ll be.
9. Slow Cooker (or Pressure Cooker)
15-30 minutes of prep at 10 a.m., a week’s worth of meals at 5 p.m.
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10. Rice Cooker
Cheapest food in the world, especially useful for those in university.
Bonus 11: A good set of tools/knives
Remember if the women don’t find you handsome, at least they’ll find you handy.