Actually, a killer yard is worth the temporary pain. You get major pride and it seriously ups your home's value.

When my kitchen sink clogged last month, I spent three hours watching YouTube videos instead of calling a plumber. Fixed it with a coat hanger and pride, but wasted a whole afternoon. Now I set a timer for 30 minutes on DIY fixes. If I'm still stuck, I swallow my pride and ask for help. Saves time and sanity, trust me.

Are we giving kids enough credit here? They often surprise you by doing the right thing even when adults don't.