Everyone wants to be the Kim, or the Chandler, or sometimes even the Michael Scott of their friend group—everyone thinks they’re the funny one or hot girl or quirky guy or charismatic squad leader. But we all know not everyone can be the Uncle Jesse or the Daenerys or the Poussey of the group. Sometimes, you just have to be the Phyllis—the seemingly quiet, unassuming, middle aged Phyllis Vance--and here are 12 reasons why that's awesome.

1. You have some motherly habits that makes you the perfect “mom” of the squad.

(#fairysquadmother)

2. Like your habit of doling out perfectly timed bits of deep, sage wisdom.

3. But there are always those moments (like maybe after a few drinks at the club) where you let loose.

Leading a dance down the wedding aisle perhaps?

4. Your shy and quiet demeanor can lead people to believe that you’re weak, but you can cut deep with the few words you do say.

5. You dread exercising, unless there's something in it for you.

6. If one of your friends is in trouble, you’re more than willing to do anything to protect them.

7. Fashion sense: you shut. it. Down.

(or so you think)

8. You always keep it real with your….assets.

9. Everyone wants to be you, but there's just no replacing the original.

10. Sometimes, you're just too damn #relatable for your own good.

(like those Sunday nights where you realize you slept the weekend away)

11. You take your time in affairs of love; there's no rushing perfection.

12. And if you've ever found yourself at this point in your life, you know that you are truly a Phyllis.

In conclusion: Phyllis is the person that everyone should strive to be, the woman no man deserves, the hero of this decade. Be proud of your Phyllis status. #I'mAPhyllis