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brownbear

brownbear

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Aug 27, 2023
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Since adopting my cat i have been doing so much better mentally.
Taking care of a living being, coming home to a soul asking for attention and love has given me positive distraction.
Being loved by an animal is truly a wonderful thing.

Maybe its because i just got the cat (honeymoon phase??) or because the meds finally started working, but i have a newfound reason to live on just a little longer.
 
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jflowers

Member
Dec 2, 2023
7
I'm happy to hear that. Life can be a long journey but no one told that must be taken alone. Take care🥰
 
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KafkaF

Taking a break from the website.
Nov 18, 2023
450
Cats are great. I can see why you'd feel that way. Cats have been emotional support for me for as long as I've been alive.
 
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Burden_Bailey

Burden_Bailey

A lonely lesbian
Dec 9, 2023
122
Kitties!
 
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TorturedEnough

TorturedEnough

I'm exhausted trying to be stronger than I feel.
Dec 2, 2023
22
Congratulations on your recovery. Wishing you the best of luck moving forward🤗
 
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nearlynovember

nearlynovember

Member
May 4, 2023
11
LOVE THAT for you :,) i joke w folks sometimes like "i'd be so sane if i had a cat; taking care of others is much more reasonable a demand" YOU BETTER TAKE GOOD CARE OF THAT SWEET ANGEL BABY !! (can't have pets in my apt building but living thru u rn!!)
 
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_Broken_alice

_Broken_alice

She/Her
Nov 19, 2023
226
Kitties are so lovely. Here's to hoping the combo of meds and having a precious kitty that loves you and that you love can help you feel better <3
The meds don't usually do all of the work, but can make enough of a change to want to and be able to make the rest of the change. We don't at all know you aside from this post, but we wish you the absolute best with recovery. <3
 
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cranberrys

Member
Dec 15, 2023
21
I also took in a cat, and it's been so good for my mental health. I don't know why exactly, but he gives me a better will to live. I wish the best for you and your cat
 
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Pluto

Pluto

Cat Extremist
Dec 27, 2020
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swansong.

swansong.

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Jul 21, 2023
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Realest shit ever, I'm very happy for you :)
 
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TheLastGreySky

TheLastGreySky

Wizard
Nov 24, 2023
634
I had a cat actually stop me from ctb before. So, me and my wife wife were going through a split and I was home alone in our two story home with just my cat, and well. He knew I was depressed. So, everytime I got up (I pace a lot) he would get up and then sit right back down on my lap the second I did, and on top of this...During this time, out of nowhere I thought he attacked my leg, and because he was the gentlest cat I've ever seen, I just stared for a second dumbstruck and got up, and as it turns out he had a brown recluse under his paws. Cats are amazing, and I recently talked my gf into getting a cat (mainly so when I ctb she's not alone).
 
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Suicidebydeath

Suicidebydeath

No chances to be happy - dead inside
Nov 25, 2021
3,558
I'm glad to hear this, cats are amazing. I hope the meds have started working for you too.
 
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RamoHelsom

Member
Nov 8, 2023
6
My cat turned 10 recently and is still a huge motivation to me. They get such a bad rep, but are truly loving creatures if you treat them right! I'm glad you're doing better and hope things continue to look up for you. Just think of your kitty and how much he/she needs you when you're feeling down!
 
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greebo6

Enlightened
Sep 11, 2020
1,671
That's wonderful . Animals/pets are amazing.
 
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i can't wait to die

i can't wait to die

New Member
Dec 22, 2023
3
Cats really do have a way of healing the soul, my mom got us a kitten two years ago when my anxiety disorder was at its worst and i really do think they give us a huge reason to live. Her sweet little face is enough to make my day.
 
LaVieEnRose

LaVieEnRose

Angelic
Jul 23, 2022
4,369
Cats make everything better. Unless you happen to creature smaller than them...
 

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