Other people can be a lot to deal with, especially in our hectic world. Sometimes, anything in the world sounds more appealing than being around other humans. And, hey, that is alright -- a break from people can be good and refreshing. Without a doubt, these things are better than people, some of the time -- OK, all of the time.
1. Chips and dip.
Honestly, what other two items pair so well together? If you say your eyes don't light up when you walk into a party and there is a bowl of chips and any kind of dip: salsa, guacamole, buffalo chicken, etc., then we know you're lying. Thank you, chips and dip, for all the joy and all the awkward conversations you have helped us avoid over the years. Humans can't make you talk when you're stuffing your face.
2. Netflix.
Netflix is the best relationship any of us will ever have. Netflix will never not text you back, cheat on you or judge you for laying in bed eating pizza without moving for eight hours. Netflix has been there for you when no one else has been and will never pester you like people. Netflix is the real MVP that we all know we couldn't live without.
3. Cat videos.
There are few things in life more enjoyable than watching cat videos on YouTube. Cat videos cause you to laugh until you cry and won't bother you like those nagging people at work. We all have a guilty pleasure of loving these videos.
4. Eruption zone tickets.
Few things at the University of Kentucky are as coveted as these babies. You may have to deal with people to score these magical tickets but the tickets themselves fill you with so much glee you forget there are even people around.
5. Pizza.
Even a bad pizza is still good pizza. You can't lose with pizza. Pizza has been there for you your whole life and it isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Pizza will always be your right hand man and it will always be 1,000 times better than other people.
6. Wine.
We all owe wine a big thank you. Wine is there for you after you have had a long day having to tolerate other humans and it patiently waits for you to get home and have a nice glass or six while you tell your pet about that weird thing your co-worker did today.
7. All other alcohol.
Your great aunt's third wedding, your favorite team getting upset, your dog not wanting to cuddle with you. Yeah, alcohol helped you get through all of that. How many countless, awkward and painfully boring events with you surrounded with humans you did not want to encounter has alcohol helped you get through. Cheers to you.
8. Books.
Nothing can take you on an adventure quite like a book. A book can instantly transport you into another world, allowing you to hide from people and lose yourself in the process.
9. Animals.
This could easily go without saying. Animals make us all feel warm and fuzzy and less stressed. After a long day of dealing with people there are few things better than cuddling up with your pet. The only creatures who will love you more than they love themselves.
10. Love.
Love of anything. Love of cats, sushi, basketball, your mom. Love is the best thing we have in this world. It may be complicated sometimes but there is not better feeling than love, even those of us cold-hearted have to admit it.
The world can be a tough place, and other humans can be a lot to deal with, but these things will never let you down. They are there for you after a long day and help you recharge yourself for the next day. We are all thankful for the joy you bring us.
