I have been living vicariously through The Sims ever since The Sims 2 debuted. Back then, I wasn't as knowledgeable about the popular computer game as I am now, but nevertheless, the obsession was always present. My obsession grew with the release of The Sims 3, the third installment of the series, and I still play it today (yes, I choose to play this over The Sims 4). I can spend hours upon hours playing the game -- decorating houses, trying on new clothes, and dabbling with cheats and mods. I never get bored with The Sims 3 and there is never a dull moment because there is always something new to do while playing. I know I'm not alone with this obsession and I know some people will find themselves in the following statements. Here are 10 signs that you are obsessed with The Sims:

1) You have memorized all of the best cheat codes.

Everyone who plays The Sims knows that the cheats make the game. Without these, gameplay would be boring and who wants that?

2) You spend hours taking screenshots of your Sims.

This is one of my favorite screenshots that I took of my teen Sim. It took a while to pose her just right and get the picture at a great angle, but that's what being obsessed with The Sims is all about.

3) You talk about your Sims as if they were real.

Because honestly, they are real people in your mind.

4) You understand phrases in "Simlish."

There are many questionable phrases in Simlish, but for the most part, it is easy to pick up on the interesting language. Some of the most popular (and most understandable) phrases are "Oh, feebee lay!" and "Dag dag" which means I'm hungry and goodbye respectively.

5) Taking breaks to use the restroom and/or eat seems ridiculous.

Why would someone ever do such a preposterous thing? I panic the moment I have to leave my computer unattended, so breaks are completely out of the question.

6) You think you're an actual interior designer.

There is enough custom content available for people to decorate their Sims' houses with any style and decoration they choose. If we can do it in the game, who says we can't translate that over to the real world?

7) You get emotional over the death of a Sim.

When your Sim dies, it gives the same feeling of a loved one dying. You become so invested in your Sims that you experience actual hurt and pain.

8) You take pride in your Sims' accomplishments.

This is how it feels to be a parent. You created these Sims and now have the pleasure of witnessing their accomplishments and them achieving their goals.

9) You love your Sims and you have no shame.

I mean, you better. After all, you did create them, right?

10) You spend actual money purchasing expansion packs and other content.

How else can we have fun if we don't own everything ever made for The Sims series?