Here are 10 hilarious movie clips for when you need a quick mental break

In what seems like news from bygone eras, the results of the American election have many people scared and hopeless, but millions of disheartened Americans must look for light in the dark.

Trump's shocking win may take some time to settle in, and for those who need a brief break from politics and planning, we've got you covered. It’s impossible to worry while you laugh, so here are some helpful comedy clips to get you through the constant news.

While lots of important and worthy conversations are happening, everyone also needs a brief break occasionally. It's in that spirit that we present 10 of our favorite comedy scenes. Bookmark this page for when you need it.

Young Frankenstein - The sedative

It pays to be good at charades in a pinch.

Bruce Almighty - Evan's botched broadcast

Steve Carell is a national treasure and you can't get through this clip without laughing robustly.

Legally Blonde - The courtroom

If there is a base level of law exposure to the American public, it's not the Constitution, but this movie. And also chemistry, because ammonium thioglycolate.

Bridesmaids - The airplane

Come on, Stove, it's civil rights! This is the '90s! Oh no I'm sad again.

The Lego Movie - Batman

Breathe, greet the day, smile...you've got this.

Mrs. Doubtfire - "I do voices"

Behold the raw talent of Robin Williams' impressions. More of them will make sense even if you haven't seen the movie for a while.

Spaceballs - "Surrounded by assholes"

Dark Helmet is surrounded by assholes, which is a problem in any galaxy, it turns out.

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World - Todd the Vegan

If you feel powerless, become a vegan! And if you cry today, just pretend you got wet from the rain.

Scrooged! - "Put A Little Love In Your Heart"

We could all do this right now.

Mean Girls

Literally the whole movie. Watch Mean Girls immediately.