Forced To Take Breaks: Another Benefit To Owning A Cat

Happily unaware of my deadlines or stresses, my cat will come to me at any point during the day and demand my attention. ​

Rusty (my orange cat) will sit directly on whatever I was doing, and nuzzle my face so that I have to stop. It seems to be a common thing among pets. Since they don't live by our time rules, they unquestioningly demand love at any moment. 

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And who could refuse a purring kitty?

I almost always stop and take a few minutes to pet my pet and feel the mutual love. During these times my work is forgotten and I am brought back to the present moment. 

It is an unexpected refresher and a break that I am grateful for.

Although Rusty may not know it, he is hugely helpful in keeping me relaxed, and grounding my perspective. I am so glad to have him to force me to take breaks!

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This post was written by Sarah Nicholson, a guest blogger and friend of the clinic.