17/08/2021
There are so many things dogs can teach us 💜
Some may say this is why dogs live shorter lives than us humans...
“People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life — like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?”
But surely dogs already know how to do this?👇
”Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay for as long as we do.”
They know how to:
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
If a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
❤️When your loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
💜Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
❤️Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
💜Take naps.
❤️Stretch before rising.
💜Run, romp, and play daily.
❤️Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
💜Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
❤️On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
💜On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
❤️When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
💜Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
❤️Be faithful.
💜Never pretend to be something you’re not.
❤️If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
💜When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
That's the secret of happiness that we can learn from a dog, bless their hearts. If only they knew how much joy they bring to our lives.