I'm proud of my Asian heritage and culture, and I know I'm not the only one. There's a number of things that every Asian-American can relate to; we all share some similarities. From lion statues to zodiac animals, you know you love the culture.

1. You drink bubble tea more often than you get Dunkin Donuts.

I mean, what else are you going to get instead of a lychee boba drink? And can't forget that large straw.

2. You have a PhD in chopstick usage.

Everyone knows you're the expert. You spend time teaching your friends the art of the two-stick utensil.

3. Instead of worrying about your "American" zodiac, you're more concerned with your Chinese zodiac animal.

Come on, you know you like knowing if your friend is a snake or a rooster. Tiger girl over here.

4. 'Helicopter parenting' is a familiar term.

You're no stranger to the harshness and strictness of Asian parenting, and most of your non-Asian counterparts struggle to understand why you can't leave the house past 10:00 PM.

5. Grades are *especially* important.

Let me break down the Asian grading system for you. A is average. B is bad. C is catastrophic. D is disowned. F is forgotten forever. So make sure you always keep your grades up... just in case your mom gets a new 'back scratcher'.

6. You look forward to Chinese New Year.

Not just for the money, but for the red decorations, bins full of candy, and, yeah, getting new clothes.

7. Your friends ask you to go to the nail salon with them.

We all know why. But, to clarify, it's because nail artists are notorious for mumbling dirt about you while taking care of your nails and pressuring you to spend more money that you don't have. Bridging the communication gap is always helpful in learning gossip about yourself while saving a couple dollars at the salon.

8. You like obscure foods that smell and/or taste weird.

In case you have no idea what I'm talking about, I'm talking about tofu, soy sauce, durian, lychee, longan, persimmon, various odd herbs... did I forget anything?

9. You feel at home in Chinatown.

There's nothing like walking through the gate and just feeling COMFORTABLE. Lion statues, cute little novelty stores, pho restaurants, jade bracelets, and the smell. Everything is a comforting reminder of 'home', even if you're not actually from China or any other Asian country, for that matter.

10. You have an old photo of you in front of an 'offering table' wearing some traditional clothing.

We all know it's hidden away in the back of your mind. Don't worry, your secret's safe with us.