Can Keeping Pets Really Relieve Loneliness?
This morning, Little Lucky was attracted by the topic of 'Can keeping pets really relieve loneliness?' As a pet owner, I am qualified to answer: Absolutely!
Of course, not everyone agrees with this point of view, such as this blogger:
He believes that pets merely distract us with their cuteness, without addressing the root cause (loneliness).
It seems like a reasonable point, but!
said: 'Cuteness' activates the brain's reward system, attracting attention, causing a smile, and producing positive reactions, and involuntarily wanting to approach and care for. It even urges those without cats to 'cloud-adopt' them – love it!
In fact, this isn't a controversial topic; cat owners naturally know whether cats alleviate their loneliness.
There are already too many examples and news proving that keeping cats can not only relieve loneliness but also cure human depression.
Little Lucky remembers a news story from early January this year: 3197 Outpost is a remote outpost surrounded by sheer cliffs on three sides, and the outpost is only 30 square meters. The stationed officers, besides patrolling, had no other entertainment, and they ran out of things to talk about. So the leader decided to bring two new companions – a cat and a dog, fearing they were too lonely…
Look, officially certified: Keeping cats and dogs can relieve loneliness!
Hey, let's not dwell on this topic; let's share a heartwarming story!
Look at this cat with an unfriendly expression named Worry-Worry. It's naturally a gloomy and withdrawn personality, showing little interest in anything, but it cured a cat-depressed owner.
Anji was an adult suffering from depression, whose life was incredibly difficult. Following the advice of his doctor and friends, Anji decided to adopt a cat. It could make his monotonous life less boring and also help alleviate his symptoms.
Anji went to the cat adoption place, but he didn't feel anything special until he saw Worry-Worry, and he thought, 'This cat must be my destined companion!'
As if they had a spiritual connection, Worry-Worry approached Anji when he saw him, and they became inseparable. Anji successfully brought Worry-Worry home.
With Worry-Worry by his side, Anji's mood became more stable, and he became happier every day. The process of treating depression also became smoother, with Worry-Worry quietly sitting on Anji's lap and resting on his lap.
Anji found happiness in Worry-Worry's affectionate presence, while Worry-Worry became more lively and healthy.
You see, it's mutual healing. Instead of saying we're keeping a cat, it's like a cat is healing us.
Do your cats relieve your loneliness? Come and share your heartwarming stories!
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