When we adopt a dog or any pet, we know it is going to end with us having to say goodbye, but we still do it. And we do it for a very good reason: They bring so much joy and optimism and happiness. They attack every moment of every day with that attitude.
Interpretation
Adopting a pet brings joy and fulfillment, despite the inevitable goodbye.
This quote reflects the bittersweet reality of pet ownership, emphasizing that even though we know we will eventually lose our furry companions, the joy and happiness they bring into our lives make the experience worthwhile. It highlights the positive attitude that pets exhibit and how their presence can deeply enrich our lives.
In practice
During a speech at an animal rescue event, to inspire people to adopt pets.
To me, the most important part of winning is joy. You can win without joy, but winning that’s joyless is like eating in a four-star restaurant when you’re not hungry. Joy is a current of energy in your body, like chlorophyll or sunlight, that fills you up and makes you naturally want to do your best.
When I am feeling depressed and anxious sullen _x000D_ all you have to do is take your clothes off _x000D_ and all is wiped away revealing life tenderness _x000D_ that we are flesh and breathe and are near us_x000D_ as you are really as you are I become as I_x000D_ really am alive and knowing vaguely what is_x000D_ and what is important to me above the intrusions_x000D_ of incident and accidental relationships_x000D_ which have nothing to do with my life
I've gone through stages where I hate my body so much that I won't even wear shorts and a bra in my house because if I pass a mirror, that's the end of my day.
You can make yourself happy or miserable - it's the same amount of effort.
Happiness consists of living each day as if it were the first day of your honeymoon and the last day of your vacation.
Oh sleep! it is a gentle thing,_x000D_ _x000D_ Beloved from pole to pole.
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