20/03/2025
A thought for pet guardians on International Day of Happiness.
Today is International Day of Happiness.
We shouldn't need a special day to remember that our happiness matters, but we can forget so often that I'm all in for reminding us today.
Our happiness is really important for our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and well-being.
As pet guardians your animals are a really important part of your life and keeping them healthy and happy helps keep you happy too.
Sometimes our pets can be one of our main sources of happiness in life - after all they are such a source of unconditional love, often our confidants, snuggle buddies and so much more.
However, if we place all our happiness ‘eggs’ in that one ‘basket’, it can be really tough if there is a time when our pet is unwell or ages or indeed when they die.
That’s why I encourage people to find a whole range of things, often small things, to raise their happiness levels.
At the moment I don't have any pets of my own.
I still find many ways to cultivate happiness, even though I really miss having a furry companion.
Today was the Spring equinox here, so I took some time out in nature to celebrate that.
Even on a busy day, I still find plenty of activities, some really short, to raise my happiness levels.
Here's what that looks like for me.
- Enjoying feeling the sun on my face.
- Walking in nature and stopping to watch the fish in the stream.
- Taking pictures of the flowers in all their beauty.
- Making a new friend - Zazu the parrot.
- Dancing - even if it's just round the kitchen.
- Practicing qi gong - even if it's just a little shaking or stretching.
- Playing handpan - even just 5 mins.
- Savouring a cup of tea - nettle is my favourite at the moment.
- Taking time to ask what I need right now.
For you, it could be completely different, let me know by leaving a comment under this post.
What is it that lights you up?
Whatever that is - do more of it! Please.
I know there are a lot of things that can seem to get in the way of our happiness, especially when our beloved pets are unwell - that's why I do the work I do, to help them and you, to reduce any distress or suffering.
If life seems hard for you right now, or if it's not easy for you to feel happy, know that while we may feel that we can't change every outer circumstance, we can change how we feel.
We can change our energy levels, thoughts and beliefs - and that can transform our ability to feel happy.
It also usually results in changes in our outer circumstances - when we change on the inside, that's reflected on the outside.
As well as helping pets and guardians when your pets are challenged, I also help people overcome stress and anxiety and resolve their health and wellbeing challenges, so they can truly thrive.
If you're struggling right now and want to know how I can help you with that, reply to this message or book a free consultation call with me at https://calendly.com/ferrisjay
Prices currently start at €250 for a mini 2 x 1 zoom session package, with email support inbetween.
I'd love for you to enjoy your life to the full, if you aren't already, and truly experience vibrant health and happiness.
And here's wishing you all a happy Equinox today.
With love,
Ferris.