The wonderful thing about happiness is, if you actively seek it, you can become a little happier every day. The way we choose to live is different based on the individual, but one thing we all have in common is our ability to find happiness and joy in the little things in life.

Millennials have a lot going on, nowadays, and their challenges are quite different from their Baby Boomer predecessors. They’re exhausted, overworked, and constantly reprimanded by other generations, leading them to experience mental illness or poor mental health at a higher rate than others.

No matter where the advice comes from, someone always seems to be preaching on what habits are good for you, and which ones have negative effects. Apparently, a lot of these so-called tips are just old wives’ tales with no merit. Here are some “bad” habits that actually have tons of healthy benefits.