What Your Favorite Cereal Says About You

If you’re a CTC fan, you probably don’t just have it for breakfast—it’s regularly eaten by the handful, either straight out of the box or in a Ziploc baggie as a midday snack. That’s because you believe in treating yourself every now and then, but you do so responsibly: It’s not Nutella straight out of the jar, after all (though you certainly don’t judge people who do that). You’re a pretty laid-back person, all in all.

Admit it: Your eyes got rounder than the Cap’n’s when you learned that Taco Bell was crafting this cereal into creme-filled donut holes. You’re a kid at heart who’s willing to try anything new, but at the end of the day (or the beginning), you like to go back to the classics. This nostalgia-packed breakfast reminds you of home, making it the perfect pick-me-up for days when you just wish you could poof back to third grade.

Forget five-year plans—you’ve probably got a 10-year one, and don’t even get us started on how strategically mapped out your vision board is. You’ve got a lot on your plate (er, bowl?), and you need a breakfast that won’t leave you feeling hangry 30 minutes into the workday, so you plan ahead with a protein-packed cereal. Keep it up, and Sheryl Sandberg will be interviewing you for the sequel to Lean In.

You care deeply about the Earth—and your health—and you get that that doesn’t mean you have to eat cardboard, either. This cereal is GMO-free, it’s low in sugar, and the box is made out of recycled materials. It may cost a little more than some brands on the market, but you’re willing to pay more for things that fall in line with your values. You stand up for what you believe in.

You’re a hardcore chocoholic, and you appreciate that there’s a cereal company out there that understands that chocolate is really an anytime treat. As much as you indulge your sweet tooth, you also have a practical side: When your cocoa puffs are all gone, you’re left with chocolate milk. So basically, you multitask with every bowl you eat. Genius!

You’re level-headed, and like J.Lo, you’re real. You’ve moved on from sugary cereals with prizes in the box, but you don’t have the steely resolve to go to sugar-free, Am-I-going-to-crack-a-tooth-on-this? granola. You’re relatable and approachable, and darn it, people like you.

You’re a little bit corny—and you can’t resist doing your Tony the Tiger impression pretty much every time you pour a bowlful—but that’s why people are so drawn to you: You disarm them with your sense of humor, and they want to be part of your club. Heck, we want to be part of your club. Is the secret password “grrr-r-reat?”

Sweets aren’t really your thing, so you appreciate cereal that’s almost savory. You’re a no-nonsense type who who doesn’t have time to deal with fussy foods that take hours to make, unless it’s someone’s bridal shower, and even then, you could name a dozen restaurants who could cater instead. You value routines, which is why you’ve probably been eating this cereal since its “Mikey Likes It” days.

You don’t care what other people think, even if they scoff at eating such a sugary cereal once you’re over 13 (or ever). You’re no health snob; you like what you like, and you’re not ashamed to admit it. Other people would probably like to be so bold. And, when people rib you too much about it, you’re quick to point out that the cereal has “natural fruit flavors!”

If you could eat s’mores for breakfast, you totally would. You’re reasonable enough that you hold yourself back (at least every once in a while, and for those times you don’t? “YOLO!” you’d shout, knowing full well that no one says YOLO anymore). You’re all about living in the moment, and you know that it’s the little things that can turn a ho-hum Tuesday into the best day EVER. Go forth and conquer the day, you little ray of sunshine, you.

MKTO’s “Classic” could be dedicated to you, and not just because you’ve got guys “trippin’ out like the ’60s.” Your taste is timeless, just like this cereal, and it’s hard to find anyone who has anything bad to say about you. There’s nothing pretentious about you, and you’re pretty practical when it comes to eating healthy, with the occasional indulgence here and there (hey, hint of honey and natural almond flavor!).

You’re the life of the party, and you want everyone to join in the fun. You bring people together with your bubbly personality, which is reflected in the bold flavors and bright colors of your favorite cereal. Plus, you know this cereal’s perfect for way more than milk, and you’re not afraid to get your DIY on: Fruity-Pebbles-and-Chocolate-Covered Frozen Bananas, Fruity Pebbles ice cream cones, even Fruity Pebbles macarons, because you’re all about that high-low mix.

Was that you zipping past us at 6:30 a.m., getting your jog on while the rest of the world sat, bleary-eyed, waiting for coffee? We bet it was, though you’re not the type to brag about your accomplishments (hence why you don’t need a flashy, trendy cereal). You’re a go-getter who cares about your health, which is why you go for a tried-and-true breakfast that’s loaded with fiber and potassium.

You’re pretty even-keeled, and you like a breakfast that’s equally reliable: Frosted Mini-Wheats don’t get soggy the second you add milk to them, like some other cereals, and they’ve got that 1:1 ratio of sweet-to-almost-nutty flavor. The hay-bale-like texture of the cereal calls for a more sophisticated palate, but let’s be honest—you get a little bummed when you pour a bowl and you get a bunch of pieces that are skimpy on the frosting.

We’ve heard people like you exist, but we assumed they were lying to themselves when they said they liked this dense, crunchy cereal. Kidding! We’re just awestruck by your willpower and drive. After all, you need a protein-rich, whole grain breakfast to keep up with your insanely active lifestyle. Your tastes may not be that adventurous, but that’s okay, because your lifestyle is. You’re an outdoorsy type who’s always, always moving. Or you’re 71 and have eaten it on the daily since Reagan was president.

You’re effortlessly cool. Proof? You liked Lucky Charms way before people started sprinkling them in cookies, milkshakes and on top of donuts. The cereal’s trendy all over again, and meanwhile, you’re like, “Um, did they ever go out of style?” But you won’t judge people for being late to the leprechaun’s game. You realize that everybody deserves something magically delicious in their lives, and come on, you’re too sweet to hate on anybody else.

You’re a grownup, independent person, and you don’t suffer fools. You know your weaknesses (particularly your penchant for a 3 p.m. snack), so you try to start the day off right with a light, balanced breakfast. Plain cereal feels a little dull to you, so you’ve got to have a little dried fruit to add flavor and texture—in this case, red berries. Basically, you’ve got your sh*t together, and we envy you.