My pets relax me and give me lots of unconditional love, which for me is a pretty big deal. I’ve felt that I have to be a certain way or behave a certain way to be worthy of love, so not having to prove anything means a lot to me. They also don’t judge or argue like most people in life, even jellies – lol
Honestly, I’m also a little high-strung and my pets let me slow down, really live in the moment and focus on something pleasureable. Yesterday was very stressful and when I got home, I let the dog out, got out my birds and let them hang out, get a bath (which is hilarious) and just be happy. It makes me happy to make them happy, if that makes sense.
Just knowing these sweet animals depend on me for their happiness and health, let me feel needed without the overwhelming feelings of responsiblity I feel for my family and my job.