@melrobbins: There's a reason your whole mood changes when you see your pet. On this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Dr. Kelly McGonigal explains why animals can be such a powerful source of joy, connection, and hope, especially when life feels hard. Dr. Kelly Mcgonigal is a health psychologist, Stanford University lecturer, and bestselling author who says some of the most important human experiences happen when we're with animals. Listen now! 🎧 "Stanford Psychologist: 7 Small Things You Can Do Right Now to Enjoy Life More"
I go days with no one checking on me. Literally. My pets are the only beings that require me to be present. They keep me going. Honest moment. They’ve literally save my life more than once. With out them I’d have called it quits years ago…
2026-09-10 21:31:54
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Kleigh3226 :
i just lost my dog 5 days ago- the grief is overwhelming ❤️
2026-09-11 01:26:37
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joeysmagictarot :
These two saved my life. Stormie and Teddy. I adore them. They give me a reason to get up every day. Having something to nurture and care for means a lot. I’m a cat person but I didn’t know it till these two came into my life.
2026-09-10 22:15:26
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PTHH :
I miss my dog when I’m on vacation
2026-09-11 12:47:27
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Dr. Melanie - Psychologist :
As a psychologist, I love this one - animals can pull us out of our heads and back into connection so quickly. My dog Butter is basically my built-in reset button 😂 Sometimes joy really is four paws, eye contact, and being brought back to the present moment. Follow my page for more on stress, high-functioning anxiety, and getting out of survival mode💛
2026-09-10 15:45:36
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AidaLikeTheOpera :
I was literally in paradise on vacation poolside and crying because I missed my dog 😭🤦🏻♀️🐶
2026-09-21 17:04:06
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Amat-ul-Karim :
i looked after a stray cat for 6 months. he became so attached to me that he refused to leave the yard. i spent so much time with him. the first thing i did in the morning is look for him the last thing i would do is check to see he is sleeping comfortably in his cat bed. he passed away this morning. im actually shattered. this boy was absolutely special and i loved him with all my heart.
2026-09-11 13:37:45
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denise horsley :
I agree that's why I don't understand people that hate animals
2026-09-11 15:57:10
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Jordan Lacey :
cats suck and have no soul. dog or nothing and I'll die on this hill[Tears of joy]
2026-09-11 14:18:56
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AngelaMarija :
I miss my dog when I go check the mail.
2026-09-11 19:19:35
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Phil Pimpinella :
My dog was my soulmate. I don’t care how crazy it sounds. I’m giving myself a little more time to mourn, then I’m gonna adopt in the spring. This confirmed what I’m missing. 🥰
2026-09-10 22:27:04
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Jenn :
Yes my favorite times are with my cat and pig and chickens!😏❤️💯
2026-09-22 18:56:41
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Rachel Renauld 🇨🇦 :
My dog saved my life.
2026-09-11 17:20:53
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𝓔𝓵𝓮💕 :
thank you
2026-09-10 15:52:27
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The Joy Experiment :
Pets have such a simple way of bringing us back to connection, play, and being fully present. Maybe part of the lesson is learning to trust the moments that make us feel most alive, even when they seem small.
2026-09-11 09:47:21
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Serenity :
I have 3 dogs, a tiny chihuahua, a medium size Pug chihuahua mix, and a large pitbull. All of them get so excited when i come home from work.[Heartwarming][Heartwarming]
2026-09-10 23:58:46
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___Sun0915 :
Nurse here hospice--Pet Therapy Days were the best. Our patients would LIGHT UP n watching them w the animals made Me smile too 😭😭🥰🥰
2026-09-10 22:20:53
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Sitting Loon :
I have a poodle. our relationship is confusing. half cat half dog. mostly roommate 😂
2026-09-11 15:10:35
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fallingtoflourish :
So grateful for animals 🥰
2026-09-10 20:31:14
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Dani Packer :
Alot of the time, I enjoy animals way more than people...they dont judge your life, love unconditionally and they represent comfort and stability for me as well. 💯 agree!! My therapy cat of 16 yrs passed away 2 yrs ago and I have never been the same since...
2026-09-10 16:25:04
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Steve Turner :
I never say the word, "pet." Either my, "girls" or "dogs."
2026-09-11 03:58:30
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Avinash | Dad, 50 :
This is soo true … love my cat
2026-09-10 16:52:38
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Amazing Me :
This is very very true 🥰🥰🥰😊😊😊
2026-09-10 20:46:34
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Ed :
No, not everyone should adopt a dog. There are people that should not have any type of animals because they do not know how to take care of them properly.
2026-09-11 12:59:19
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