Tell Us What Makes You Happy And We'll Tell You Which Sesame Street Character You Are
- by Yael Blechman
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Everybody loves Sesame Street, right? It reminds of us of our childhoods. Remember all of those colourful characters? Which was your favourite? Were you a little scared of The Count? Elmo was adorable and Big Bird taught us great lessons. Don't forget about Cookie Monster! They all were there to teach us important lessons on spelling, counting, and values. There was a point in your childhood when Sesame Street had taught you everything you knew!
What if you found out that you had the opportunity to discover which Sesame Street character you are? It sounds like groundbreaking news to me! You might be Oscar the Grouch who lives in a trash can and is angered by everything or you might be Elmo, a sweetie who likes to open his mail and teach children simultaneously. The characters of Sesame Street vary in personality and purpose, but so do people. Now is your chance to learn more about Sesame Street. After telling us what makes you happy, you will be told which Sesame Street character you most resemble! It is the opportunity that your inner child has been waiting for.
Take the quick quiz now to discover which Sesame Street character you are!
Music
Music enriches the lives of most people. When feeling down, people listen to sad music. Party music is what makes the party what it is! And come on, what is more soothing than listening to sad music and eating ice cream after a break up? So does music make you happy?
Dancing
Some people enjoy dancing to music as a form of catharsis. An example of this is on Grey's Anatomy whenever Meredith and Cristina would "dance it out." Not everyone enjoys dancing, though. Some people never step foot on a dance floor! What about you?
Concerts
The majority of society loves attending concerts. You get to go see your favourite artists perform live. It is a magical feeling to sway to your favourite songs with so many other fans of the same artist. Do concerts make you happy?
Books
The smell of fresh books is amazing. Reading a book from start to end is incredibly satisfying. Immersing yourself into the lives of characters and escaping real life is amazing. But not everyone thinks so. Not everyone reads. Do books make you happy?
Running
There are some people in this world who wake up early and go for a run every morning to start their day. Other people absolutely despise running. It is something that is really split in half opinion-wise. What is your opinion? Does running make you happy?
Yoga
Yoga is an incredibly relaxing form of exercise that stretches you out and improves your flexibility. All you need is a yoga mat and you are good to go. However, some people don't like yoga at all! Do you think Sesame Street characters would like yoga? Do you like yoga?
Cookies
Cookies are delicious. All kinds of cookies! Chocolate chip, shortbread, sugar, sprinkle, iced. sandwich... the list goes on and on. Most people love cookies but there must be the rare few who don't! Do cookies make you happy?
Old, sentimental things
Are you a packrat? Do you find it hard to throw anything away? You might be one of those people who becomes emotionally attached to everything! Even if you are not, people who are tidy and throw lots of things away still enjoy coming across something old and meaningful usually enjoy it. So, do you?
Baking
Baking can bring happiness to many people. There are some people who even bake to avoid their real chores, like studying! Then, there are other people who think that baking is a chore in of itself. Which type of person are you? Does baking make you happy?
Socializing
Extroverts are very social beings. They like to hang out with people all the time and always be busy. Even though introverts are less active, that does not mean that they don't want to be social. Socializing is something that makes everyone happy, just different levels of happy. What about you?
Texting
Texting is a form of socializing without actually having to be with people. You can have group chats, text people individually, and use all sorts of apps for it. The greatest benefit is being able to reach people who are far away without travelling! Does texting make you happy?
Talking on the phone
This one is pretty torn in half. You might love talking on the phone. Do you call your friends and family to chat? Or, do you avoid talking on the phone at all costs? Maybe you are somewhere in the middle. Phone calls provide you with a level of intimacy that is lost through texting, but it is also harder to multitask. What is your opinion?
Camping
Pitching a tent, starting a fire, roasting marshmallows and hotdogs, sleeping on the floor... what is there not to love about camping? You get to become one with nature and remind yourself why you love the world. It makes some people really happy! Then again, it makes other people very unhappy because the floor is hard and there are mosquitos. Which side of the spectrum are you on?
Hiking
Hiking is an activity that takes patience, an appreciation for the outdoors, and a love for nature. If you have these things then hiking will make you very happy! The smell of trees and nature is so strong and beautiful on a hike. Do hikes make you happy or nah?
Fishing
Fishing is another activity that requires an appreciation for nature. When you fish, you need to be quiet enough that you do not scare away all the fish. This means that you are left alone in silence with the water and your thoughts and maybe a companion or two. Is this something that makes you happy?
Shopping
Some people use shopping as a means to calm down after a bad day. People get addicted to online shopping or can't stop buying purses and shoes. Then there are people who absolutely hate shopping and always avoid it. Which one of these people are you? Does shopping make you happy?
Getting drunk
Getting drunk is way to escape reality but it comes with consequences. There is a nasty hangover consisting of nausea and headaches. You might throw up. You might not even remember your night! Nevertheless, many people get drunk on a regular basis. Does it make you happy?
Playing a musical instrument
Playing a musical instrument makes some people very happy, whether it be the guitar, piano, flute, cello, harmonica, drums, or anything else. Musical instruments are a way to express emotion in a creative way. But then again, some people don't find joy in this at all or don't know how to play any musical instruments. What about you?
Animals
Animals are blessings. They are too good for us humans. We get to adopt pets and brighten our lives and take care of them and watch them be happy. Not everyone thinks this way though. Some people focus on the hair that gets everywhere and the poop and all of the responsibility that comes with owning a pet. Do animals make you happy?
Meditating
Meditation is supposed to provide you with a calm, relaxing break from your otherwise busy life. It gives you the opportunity to breathe and not stress. It is not only a religious thing. Anyone can meditate! Some people laugh at the idea, but it is true. Does meditation make you happy?
Learning
This question does not necessarily pertain to school. Learning can be very satisfying. You don't want to go through your entire life ignorant and never learning anything new. It's a good feeling to learn something interesting and remember it. Do you agree? Does learning make you happy?
Playing with kids
Children are adorable mini people. They are innocent humans who are constantly growing and absorbing everything around them. Many people love kids and playing with them. Other people do not and find kids messy and annoying What about you? Does playing with kids make you happy?
Puzzles
People like puzzles. They enjoy spilling out all of those pieces and slowly forming a picture. Some people like doing really big puzzles over the span of months. Then there are the people who think that those first people are crazy! What do you think? Do puzzles make you happy or do they frustrate you?
Riddles
The same people who are happy from puzzles probably enjoy a good brain teaser too. Riddles are pretty good brain teasers! They're a joke and they play with your mind all at once. They may make you happy or they may annoy you. Which do riddles do to you?
Sunflowers
Sunflowers are huge, bright, yellow, happy-looking flowers. They grow very tall and remind you of summer. Some people see sunflowers and immediately become happy. Are you one of those people? Or have you never really thought about sunflowers? Maybe sunflowers even upset you?
Butterflies
Butterflies are beautiful, almost magical beings. They flutter around, causing no harm to anyone at all. They only provide beauty to the world. Many people look at them and become happy instantly! Do you? Or maybe you see them and are disgusted because they are bugs? Tell us here!
Winning a bet
That feeling of winning a bet is one of relief, excitement, and of course, happiness. You put a lot of chance, hope, and energy into that bet so when you win, the happiness is immense! Don't you feel that too? Unless... do you not feel happiness after winning a bet?
Movies
Watching movies is very fun and an escape from reality. Watching them with someone else is even more fun. And with platforms like Netflix and Hulu, watching movies at home is only getting easier and easier. There is always a thrill, though with watching a movie in theatres. Does watching a movie make you happy?
Pillows
Pillows are the best invention in the entire world. They come before the wheel and even before sliced bread! Pillows make your sleeping experience what it is. Think about that perfectly fluffed pillow... pretty great, right? Do pillows make you incredibly happy too?
Video games
Video games is a vague term. You might enjoy playing Nintendo games, or Wii games, or all of the above! Some people are avid video game players and it makes them very happy. Other people think indifferently about video games. What do you think?
Snacking
Oh, snacks. The downfall of so many diets. Chips, pretzels, cookies, cheese, chocolate... the possibilities for snacking are endless. Maybe that's the problem... maybe there are too many choices! Regardless, snacking tends to make people very happy. Do you agree with this statement?
Cooking
Cooking is an art that not everyone has masters. Many people like to avoid the kitchen because their very presence could set something on fire! Okay, so that was an exaggeration, but not everyone likes cooking. Of course, many people love cooking! Cooking makes those people very happy. Are you one of those people?
Tea
What is better than a hot cup of tea on a cold day? There are so many flavours to choose from that tea can please almost everyone. It is a cozy beverage that satisfies endless amounts of people daily. Are you one of those people? Does tea make you happy?
Coffee
There are a lot of people in the world who cannot begin their day without a big, steaming mug of coffee. It provides you with an amount of energy that would be unattainable without it! Coffee is magical. Simply the smell of it makes people happy. Does coffee make you happy?
Sleeping
Sleeping is so important. Kids do not value the sleep they get, but by the time adulthood comes around, sleep is necessary and everyone constantly craves it. Waking up from a good nap can give you that boost that you needed. A good night of sleep can cure acne! Does sleep make you happy?
