Life Lessons from "Real Simple" Magazine

When I was checking out at Sprouts, I made an impulse-purchase. Glad I did. Best $4.99 I've spent on a magazine! "Real Simple" is a great magazine with awesome articles on simplifying your life. The website is here: 

www.realsimple.com

In this month's article, "Life Lessons: Expertise," there are (5) lessons we can learn from our pets. Some people think it's weird, but my dogs have always been a major spiritual inspiration for me. This article coincided with some of my core beliefs and observations from my experience with animals! Again, credit goes to "Real Simple" magazine, not me. I'm merely sharing what I found!

1. "Celebrate Everything"- "Each time I walk into my apartment-even if I've been gone for less than a minute-my three dogs leap on me, kiss me, lick me, wag and bark, and show me their chew toys. I find it inspiring: Life throws a lot of junk in your direction, so you might as well get your kicks when you can..."

 

2. "Just Being Present Is Enough"-"About a decade ago, I suffered the two greatest losses of my life in quick succession: My sister died of breast cancer, and my marriage ended. One lonely night, when I was experiencing the worst of my grief, my two cats got on the bed and snuggled up to either side of me. They didn't make a sound; they just stayed there, so close that I actually felt embraced. That was such a powerful lesson in what truly gives comfort. I have never known what to say to a friend who has a terrible illness or has lost a loved one, but my cats taught me that I don't need to say anything at all. What matters is showing up."

5. "You Can Get Along With Anybody"-"You know that expression, 'they fight like cats and dogs,'? In my experience, it's not necessarily true. It's quite surprising how many animals of different species (cats, dogs, birds, you name it) can be friends-as long as they are raised in a warm and loving environment.....Humans would do well to emulate such displays of generosity."

There are many more great articles in this magazine, and other examples of animal love as well! These were just my 3 favorites. This also has influenced my decision to not eat animals, FYI. But to each his own, I'm certainly no better than anybody because of that choice! I just thought I'd throw it out there.

Real Simple! Check it out! Definitely inspiring!