Hi, for some context, I've been struggling with Depression for a few years now and I study overseas but come back home during the holidays. I always have trouble saying goodbye to my dog when it's time to go back to university. I know that I rely too much on my dog to make me happy, sometimes he's the only reason I get out of bed or leave the house. I spend most of my time with him at home and when I encourage him to spend time with my sister, he always comes back to me. It's really difficult since flying back to university always makes me feel terrible for leaving him and my Depression only gets worse. I live alone and without any company so it's hard to find the motivation to do anything since back at home, my dog's happiness is my motivation.
I was wondering if anyone can somehow relate or if anyone could think of anything that might help me depend on him less? I was thinking about fostering kittens from a local shelter but I'm afraid that when I give them up for adoption, it will only be a short-term plan to ease my symptoms. Would it be worth it to try?
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