11 Things That Are Bringing You Joy In 2020

Hasta la vista, pants!

2020 has us all feeling a little bit strange...

...OK, a lotta bit strange. As we're all adjusting to our "new normal" (whatever that may be), just remember there are some aspects of your life in 2020 that are actually kinda awesome:

1. You have LOTS of comfy clothes now.

You spent months in your pajamas. Your wardrobe has been upgraded for maximum comfort. You'll never wear normal clothes again!

2. You never have to go to the gym again.

It turns out you don't need the gym after all! You've figured out how to convert your usual gym routine to an at-home workout routine, and now you're your own personal trainer. And here's the best part: IT'S FREE!

3. In fact, you've probably figured out a few things you can totally live without...

Think about all the stuff you've really missed during quarantine. That's the stuff you need in your life. Now think about all the other stuff you used to do that you haven't even thought about during quarantine. You don't need that stuff!

4. ...and some things that you absolutely CANNOT live without, like finally being able to visit your dentist and orthodontist!

As soon as they said you couldn't go to the doctor or dentist for a while, you suddenly thought of every single tiny little thing you need to see a professional about. And with countless video calls during quarantine where your smile has to be front and center, there's probably some things you'd like to update. Now is the time to start checking items off your list, like getting that Invisalign® treatment you've been thinking about!

5. Your home is waaaay more cozy than before.

Whether you de-cluttered, spruced up your furniture, jazzed up your outdoor space, or just re-organized some stuff, you're making your home work for you now.

6. Your bucket list has been fine-tuned to perfection.

As soon as they said you couldn't go anywhere for a while, you started thinking about all the amazing places you want to go and things you want to do. So, let the countdown begin!

7. You have some new skills that you didn't have before.

Believe it or not, you've grown as a person in some way! Maybe you've been cooking at home a little bit more. Maybe you got really good at cleaning. Or maybe you've started reading again. Whatever it is, there's some way you've improved over the past few months. And we're sure there's even more you want to do — like a self-improvement project that you've been meaning to get to — so, carpe diem!

8. You're probably spending a LOT less money this year.

Maybe not going out anymore has been anxiety-inducing, but your bank account is LOVING it.

9. Your friends are still your friends.

Going for a long time without seeing your favorite people has been tough, but they're still there for you! And whether they're comfortable enough to safely meet up or they still need some social-distancing time, you're there for them, too.

10. You're finally caught up on all the shows you've been meaning to binge-watch.

SO. MANY. SHOWS. AND. NOTHING. ELSE. TO. DO.

11. And most importantly: Your pet is LOVING this year.

They have no idea what's going on, but they know it's great!

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There's still plenty to smile about this year! Now, in the name of self-care, you can get Invisalign® treatment, the world's most advanced clear aligner system, to get a video chat–ready smile for you or your child!!