We all know it. There are a million reasons why elephants are just generally better beings than people. They're sentient and social creatures with an enormous capacity to love. If elephants aren't your favorite animal yet, here are a few reasons they should be:

1. An elephant's skin is an inch thick.

That's right, their skin is literally thicker than ours. It might not sound all that important, but if we're thinking metaphorically, why not, right?

2. Elephants purr like cats.

They purr as a means of communication. I mean, shouldn't we all just be more like cats?

3. They have better memories.

It's not just an urban legend.

4. They have the longest pregnancies of all animals.

Females carry their babies for 22 months . Those are some strong-ass mommas.

5. They have greeting ceremonies for friends that have been away a long time.

Shouldn't we all be doing this?

6. They can hear sounds beyond the range of human hearing—as well as being able to hear through their feet!

Now, who doesn't wish they could hear with their feet?

7. Their culture is matriarchal.

According to the Smithsonian, females live in family groups of about 15 and are led by the eldest. Talk about #ladypower.