Black Cat Countdown -Number 7
The Thinking cat?
Obviously the cat is not the thinker. I am. And unfortunately I do it too well. I love to think, ponder and over-think. I am in my head…. for real.
There’s a good reason why writing has a focus on being mindful and present in the moment.
I DO try my best to “un-think” or not-overthink but it is hard for me.
Speaking of thinking…I was reminded of a time, a few years back when my Black Cat Josi would cuddle up on the top of my head and purr. At first it was annoying because I couldn’t move and the purring was loud.
Over time I started to enjoy these bonding moments and I also started to get out of my head a little.
Well, considering she was sitting on the top of it, I really only got my thoughts out of my head.
I became present and enjoyed the different sounds of her purrs. I also started to focus on the warmth of her fur,the touch of her soft paws that would gently kneed my hair and again, I focused on just being present in the moment.
This became my routine for many years and I really started to understand how this little black cat could bring me mindfulness.
Josi is getting ready for head kneading.
The interesting thing is it took no effort on her side and very little on mine once I let my thoughts go.
I think ( see, there I go again) that I need to find more inner purr, or a cat who can sit on my head.
When was the last time you let a cat help you release your thoughts?
Peace, Hugs and Purrs!
KT Cat Paws
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