The truth is, no matter how independent you are as a woman, you're going to need your girls. There's something kind of magic about having a group of women who've got your back and will bear witness to your life. Not convinced? Here's 11 reasons why every lady needs a girl squad.

1. Inside jokes.

The inside jokes you have with your girls are always the best. Nothing makes a group closer than the ability to say one word and have the whole group laughing.

2. Someone to send links to and tag in your IG comments.

You know those moments when you're lying in bed at 1a.m. on Instagram and try to contain your laughter? A girl squad means that you always have someone to send that cute daschund video to.

3. Savage loyalty.

A good girl squad is one that can go from chill to tough in 10 seconds flat. Whether your boss is being nasty to you, a guy won't leave you alone, or an old friend is walking through your emotional boundaries, your ladies will turn into lionesses and come to your aid.

4. You get to come up with your own name.

Because nothing solidifies your friendship like having a solid squad name. (Pick it wisely; this name will appear as your group chat name, a hashtag on IG and various scrapbooks.)

5. Someone will always want to do that thing with you.

When you have more than one female in your life, you have more chances of finding someone to accompany you to any given thing. That means you always have someone who is down to try that new restaurant, or art film or hobby.

6. You can talk it out with them.

Sure, you could journal, but getting validation from your girls as you talk about your feelings is next level.

7. You've got a pretty wide spectrum of emotion.

Diversity is the spice of life. You'll have someone who gives you tough love and pep talks you out of your sad funk, but you'll also have someone who will send you texts encouraging you to stay in bed all day and watch Netflix. A wide spectrum of emotion means you get to see your situations through a whole lot of different lenses.

8. Weddings are the best.

Whether it's someone in your squad that's getting married or you're just attending a wedding together, you'll have the best time getting ready together and later breaking it down on the dance floor.

9. Your successes will mean something to them.

As the people who have walked with you through your insecurities and obstacles with That Big Project, they will celebrate your successes enthusiastically and loudly.

10. Car rides are never boring.

Singing along in the car is a skill. Bonus points if you and your ladies sing in parts.

11. They are second family when things get serious.

Sure, you can have fun and talk until you're silly, but when things get bad, your girl squad will still be by your side.