To answer these questions, we endlessly scour self-help books. We try to improve our lives through affirmations, yoga retreats, and even inspiration-based apps.
But what about looking for relief from what’s right in front of us?
In truth, dogs have mastered some of life’s most important lessons. And they’ve done so naturally. That’s because dogs live by 10 life-changing principles.
Check out these 10 lessons you can learn from your furry friend today.
1. Life happens in the moment.
Unlike people, dogs don’t ruminate. That’s because man’s best friend stays focused on the moment at hand. Dogs don’t care about yesterday’s news or tomorrow’s hectic schedule. Instead, they’re playfully focused on what’s going on in this very moment in time.
There’s an important lesson in this concept. And that lesson is that mindfulness (or living in the present moment) can be one of life’s greatest gifts. Dogs are mindful no matter what. It’s just how they live their lives.
2. Trust your intuition.
Dogs immediately know what vibe they get from a person. And they trust these instincts. They’re very clear about how they feel. If a dog’s intuition tells him something isn’t right, he honors and follows it.