I have learned a lot from my pets. Mostly they have taught me and allowed me to be vulnerable and to lead with my heart. It took a number of years to become aware of the gifts they offered me. I have a few regrets, guilt and a little shame attached to my behavior toward them in the past. I don't see them as pets or even dogs anymore. They are simply beings that I choose to be with and enjoy and laugh with. This new perspective wasn't possible for me when I was stuck in my head and hiding from my emotions. It is painful to say goodbye but if I choose to stay detached and minimize the pain of loss I am also choosing to miss out on the love and laughter.
I have learned a lot from my pets. Mostly they have taught me and allowed me to be vulnerable and to lead with my heart. It took a number of years to become aware of the gifts they offered me. I have a few regrets, guilt and a little shame attached to my behavior toward them in the past. I don't see them as pets or even dogs anymore. They are simply beings that I choose to be with and enjoy and laugh with. This new perspective wasn't possible for me when I was stuck in my head and hiding from my emotions. It is painful to say goodbye but if I choose to stay detached and minimize the pain of loss I am also choosing to miss out on the love and laughter.