The U.S. stock market recently took a nosedive, down 10% from last month’s peak, throwing Wall Street into a tizzy. For the uninitiated, this type of decline is called a “correction,” and believe it or not, it’s not as scary as it sounds. In fact, it’s something we’ve routinely seen over the past century.

After two years of gains, the S&P 500 was looking like the hottest guy at the bar. But now? It’s more like that guy who suddenly spills a drink on himself. The stock market got ahead of itself, people were high on optimism, and the future didn’t seem so bleak. But a little reality check can be healthy. Economists say these dips help cool the frenzied enthusiasm that can send stock prices soaring dangerously high.

So what caused this fall? Well, hold onto your latte, because it’s a mix of economic worries and trade war drama, particularly from Donald Trump’s administration. The stock market had initially jumped due to a promise of lower taxes and less regulation, but that trust has since soured, especially with tariffs looming like ominous rain clouds over U.S. households.

Despite the fear of a looming “bear market”, a term that’s as scary as it sounds, indicating a drop of over 20%, history proves that corrections are just a part of the ride. In fact, the S&P 500 has experienced five corrections since the decade-long bull market began in 2009. Yes, we’re still in one piece despite past drops.

And for those keeping score, when the market does take a hit, it usually takes an average of 133 days to bounce back after a mere correction. So, don’t panic buy those stocks just yet! If history has taught us anything, it’s that investors who play the long game often see their portfolios recover, no matter how scary the drop feels in the moment.

Looking ahead? Well, nobody has a crystal ball, especially when we’re talking about the unpredictable whims of a certain orange-haired former president. While some investors bet on a rebound, others are sweating buckets over the uncertainty. One thing’s for sure, this rollercoaster ride might be tough, but we’re definitely not getting off anytime soon.