People are always really intrigued to find out that I'm Iranian mainly for the intricacy and vast history of the culture, whether it's the decorative, ethnic dishes we cook or the historic, momentous traditions we partake in. Yet, in addition to our deep-rooted values and customs, I've come to learn that there are a few qualities that we're all distinctly known for, so from Persian carpets to tea time, here are 25 signs that you're so Iranian:

1. You're not actually Iranian, you're PERSIAN.

2. Once at the kids table, always at the kids table.

3. You can't date until you're twenty-five, but are expected to be married by twenty-one.

4. There's always time for another cup of chai.

5. Your parents bring food with them everywhere they go.

6. Your grandmother gossips more than you do.

7. News travels FAST.

8. You listen to Persian music in the car (but roll up the windows so nobody actually knows).

9. You know someone named Niloofar.

10. Eating ashreshteh is a family affair.

11. You remember everything.

12. Dinner is served at 10 pm, the earliest.

13. There are at least 5 Persian rugs around your house.

14. And plastic covers for your sofas.

15. Your extended family is at your house on a weekly basis.

16. Your cousins are your best friends.

17. Whispering is just not a thing.

18. Your opinion is the only opinion.

19. If it's not gold, you're not wearing it.

20. Your parents' three favorite words are doctor, lawyer, and engineer.

21. If you're a girl, you've probably been introduced to a guy three times your age.

22. You instinctively kiss people on both cheeks (and are embarrassed when you realize they're not Persian).

23. Your name is constantly being butchered.

24. Most of your clothes are black.

25. You wouldn't want to be anything else.