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Animals are not just sharing space, but, given a chance, they can become our emotional support, our comfort, our protectors, and even our spiritual advisors. So, I think they can be anything and everything for us.
~What are 1-3 tips you can give our reader today to help them connect with animals more powerfully?
I would suggest just TALKING to them. Whether it is out loud or in your head, it doesn’t matter, though it does help if you are calm. If your mind is going 100 miles an hour, you would be on a completely different wave-length! Animals understand so much more than people give them credit for.
For example, if you travel out of town, just let them know you will be back and when. Tell them who will be taking care of them. Just reassure them. This will keep them calmer and happier, which actually helps you to stay calm.
As a result of this type of
communication, you will both experience a deeper understanding and appreciation of each other.
~Will you share a quick animal story?
The past two months or so, I have been unusually busy and overwhelmed, but I’ve been feeling the desire to bring nature and physical movement into my day. I’ve also been feeling the need to be home more, to go more inward, but I couldn’t see a way to “get into the slow lane” to make time for these things.
Well, last week, unexpectedly, we had to take in a senior dog who needs a lot of time and love. So, suddenly, I have to MAKE time for walking the dog several times a day and getting out in nature. Since she has more needs, I have to be home more. It’s been a huge adjustment all the way around and I have to admit, a bit stressful. But I realize, of course, that this is actually a blessing! The Universe delivered exactly what I needed through an animal friend.
~What tip or piece of advice can you share with our reader today to empower them to connect more deepy with animals?
I think Quality time is the best gift we can give, whether we are with an animal or another person. Spend time with your animals. And I don’t mean sitting with them while on your cell phone. Really be present and see them for the beautiful souls they are, who love you so unconditionally and can bring so much to your life. There is profound meaning in this type of connection and interaction. ALLOW them to fulfill their purpose in loving you and supporting you.
~Any final thought, share, or idea that you would like to share with our readers
today?
Take a moment here and there throughout your day to lean in and just experience the Magic of these beautiful connections with your beloved animal friends.
For more information, Jaimie can be reached at
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