People who love animals have a special ability to connect with and connect with animals. They may even have a unique gift, such as a “horse whisperer” or “dog whisperer.” They can feel that animals are worried and upset. aloneor dangerous. By understanding their psyche, these whisperers can help support and heal them.
In my book, The Empath’s Survival GuideI write about animal empaths, as well as other types of empaths such as Earth empaths, intuitive empaths, and emotional empaths. Animal empathy attracts various creatures wherever it goes and loves to be in their presence. So they can work at rescue shelters, advocate for animal rights, practice veterinary medicine, or help animals in other ways.
Often, animal empaths cannot watch violent or sad movies about animals because the cruelty is too painful. They, like other empaths, can carry the weight of the world on their shoulders and feel the pain of others when they witness suffering in their lives or on the news. I have even treated some animal empaths who have chosen to be vegan because they say they feel the pain of slaughtered animals in their bodies.
The connection between humans and animals is real. A Penn State study When we are forced to choose, it shows that choosing between human and animal is psychologically more difficult. However, taken in isolation, people actually prefer to bond with animals over strangers. St. Francis of Assisi is a good example of this connection. A variety of creatures flocked to the patron saint of animals and often went to periods of solitude with only animal friends. Early historical texts, such as the writings of Thomas of Celano, document his view that all creation is the creation of God and our “brothers and sisters.”
If you identify with this type of empathy, you may feel that animals are superior empathic with us too. They can sense our emotions and intentions. Local people believe that animals can hear our thoughts. For example, your dog or cat senses that you are sad or in pain and responds with unconditional love. You can also tune in to their feelings. You can sense what they are thinking and respond to them. You are their friend and a loyal supporter of their well-being.
As an animal, the creatures of the earth are of special importance to me. In a way, I feel that they are members of my family, my tribe. A flock of birds flying overhead, the heavenly cry of a sandhill crane, the cry of a pig – these threads of life unite energy and the material world. Try to feel the creatures of the earth and thank them for their beauty, dignity, elegance … and of course their magic – which they generously share with the people they know.
To all animal sympathizers reading this post: It is good to let go and love the diverse and sacred creatures of this earth. Become their allies and friends. Keep your relationship with them in your heart forever.
