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Apparently, my dysphoria is no match for the power of cat snuggles

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Yesterday at 03:39:07 PM
OK, so my dysphoria has been getting rough over the last few months. Mornings, in particular have been bad. When I have to change into my guy clothes, it hits me hard - like, breaking down crying hard - and then I feel depressed and miserable for the rest of the the day.

But, the other week, just as I was about to lose it, one of my cats decided to come over for a quick cuddle, which seemed to pull me out of it. Since then, whenever those feelings start to hit me, I pet a cat. So far, it seems to be working.

I think I found the cheat code. 😆

tgirlamg

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Yesterday at 03:46:57 PM
Never underestimate the power of kitties!!! 💕🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱💕
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"The individual has always had to struggle from being overwhelmed by the tribe... But, no price is too high for the privilege of owning yourself" ... Rudyard Kipling 🌸

Let go of the things that no longer serve you... Let go of the pretense of the false persona, it is not you... Let go of the armor that you have worn for a lifetime, to serve the expectations of others and, to protect the woman inside... She needs protection no longer.... She is tired of hiding and more courageous than you know... Let her prove that to you....Let her step out of the dark and feel the light upon her face.... amg🌸

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ChrissyRyan

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Yesterday at 03:48:46 PM
Cats rule!

Dogs are fine too.

There are exceptions for both!

Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

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Yesterday at 04:06:17 PM
Quote from: tgirlamg on Yesterday at 03:46:57 PMNever underestimate the power of kitties!!! 💕🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱💕

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Yesterday at 04:53:57 PM
It's true. Cats are magical.

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Yesterday at 06:14:22 PM
Cats are awesome. 🐱
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Yesterday at 11:22:52 PM
Cats have the ability to sense your emotions and that is probably why your kitty came to your aid.  I have had cats all my life from childhood and they have given me great pleasure emotionally.  Dog people just do not give any interest in a kitty and what mystery they possess it is their loss for sure.
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Yesterday at 11:27:48 PM
Quote from: she she on Yesterday at 11:22:52 PMDog people just do not give any interest in a kitty and what mystery they possess it is their loss for sure.

Nope, not true. I have seen the same magic happen between doggos and their owners. You are correct that it is an emotional sense that animals have. Service animals are trained in what to do when they sense something is up. Pets that we have an emotional bond with just seem to know what we need. Even when we don't.
 
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