Animal Communication for Beginners: 10 Step Plan
Exploring Animal Communication: My Experiment with Tula
Can we really communicate with animals? I’ve decided to test this intriguing concept with my dog, Tula, to see if there’s any truth to it. Many people often underestimate the emotional depth of animals, dismissing their feelings and experiences as insignificant. This perspective has made it easier for society to justify practices like factory farming. However, I believe there’s much more going on in their minds, especially in terms of emotions and feelings.
The Science Behind Animal Emotions
Some conservative scientists argue that behaviors in animals, like a mother nurturing her puppies, are purely biological, driven by the hormone oxytocin for survival and continuation of the species. They claim these actions are not genuine examples of love. I respectfully disagree. Take Tula, for example; despite being spayed and never having puppies, she exhibits nurturing behaviors, particularly with her favorite toy, Lamb Chop. This contradicts the idea that such behaviors are solely due to oxytocin production.
Recent research, including studies by neuroscientist Dr. Jack Panksepp, suggests animals have a brain region called the periaqueductal gray, responsible for basic emotions like joy, anger, grief, and fear. This challenges the notion that animals don’t experience complex emotions and supports the idea that they do, indeed, feel deeply.
My Personal Connection to Animals
Growing up on a farm, I’ve always felt a strong connection to animals. I believe that even from a young age, I could sense and somewhat understand their feelings. This bond has led me to explore whether it’s possible to communicate more directly with animals.
The 10-Step Plan for Communicating with Your Pet
I found a fascinating article on PetHelpful.com outlining a 10-step plan to communicate with dogs. I decided to try these steps with Tula to see if we could enhance our communication.
- Setting the Scene: We started in a quiet room, Tula’s favorite spot, to ensure she was comfortable.
- Getting Comfortable: I sat next to her, making sure we were both relaxed and at ease.
- Building Comfort: Gentle petting and offering treats helped Tula feel secure and happy.
- Repetition of Familiar Phrases: I repeated the phrase “good girl," which Tula associates with positivity.
- Visualization: I visualized Tula performing specific actions, like licking my hand.
- Using the Third Eye: The concept might seem a bit mystical, but the idea is to envision your thoughts transmitting from your ‘third eye’ to your pet.
- Patience and Persistence: The final steps involve patiently repeating the visualization and verbal cues until you perceive a response from your pet.
Outcome and Reflections
Tula did eventually respond by licking my hand, whether by coincidence or actual understanding, it was a delightful moment. I encourage all pet owners to try this exercise. It’s not just about the outcome but about spending quality, focused time with your pets, which is rewarding in itself.
Join the Conversation
If you decide to try communicating with your pet, I’d love to hear about your experiences. Feel free to share your stories and let’s open up more discussions about the depth of our animals’ emotional lives.
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