With a new year comes updated goals, a fresh start and a brand-spankin' new season of "The Bachelor." The premiere of Ben Higgins' season can't come soon enough, and while you're counting down the days until Bachelor Nation is brought together again, let us remind you why we all love this show so much. Here are 10 things that happen when you watch "The Bachelor."

1. Thinking that you're too classy and civilized to watch "The Bachelor" and being forced to watch it for the first time like: "Am I really watching this?"

Then ultimately being sucked in by the drama, the comedy and Chris Harrison's super cheesy love guru act.

2. Thinking that you might be watching an actual trainwreck happen when you witness the weirdness of a group date for the first time.

3. When it's "The Bachelorette" and you pick your favorite guys like it's March Madness.

4. Seeing right through a contestant who's there for the "wrong reasons" when the bachelor/bachelorette can't see it.

5. Being so excited for Bachelor Monday and surrounded by people who don't share in your love.

6. "Did he/she really just say that?"

After this many seasons, you'd think that nothing could shock you anymore, but the drama keeps coming. Grab your popcorn.

7. The ultimate feeling of sadness when your favorite contestant doesn't get a rose.

8. Realizing that you want Chris Harrison to lead you on your journey to true love, too.

9. When Bachelor Monday finally rolls around.

10. "This is the greatest show on earth."

Knowing deep down that this show has it all: comedy, drama and a very cheesy romance. And no matter what the haters say, that's what makes it your fave. In the words of Ashley S., it's "a freaking onion."