Medistating: Living Life on Purpose

Mr. Boobers: Meet Okie, our 13 year old lab mix

Michael Season 1 Episode 9

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.