'When an animal--or a human--feels love, the body releases oxytocin, a hormone that reduces anxiety, relieves pain and suppresses stress hormones." ~ The Healing Power of Love by Cimeron Morrissey,
I read this in Best Friends, an animal rescue magazine, and was struck by the quote. The article was talking about rescuing animals in need and how important that first touch of love is to the healing process. And isn't that true for all of us? It's easier to bear hardship and pain if someone loves and supports us than to do it alone.
22 comments:
awww... such a lovely photo!
Love helps with so many things.
Love, compassion, forgiveness... All very important.
it's certainly true
Amor vincit omnia: Love conquers all
Oh, so beautiful!
I recently read an article from Time Magazine that explained "The Biggest Reason You Love your Dog" is that when dogs and people make eye-contact Oxytocin levels skyrocket in both.
The article also explains that the hormone Oxytocin is nicknamed the "cuddle chemical."
Important to have indeed, oh what love can do
Oh my GOSH! I LOVE that photo.
Yeppers to your post. So much eaiser.
Easier.
Hi Dez, Isn't that sweet? One of my favorites.
Indeed. How are you, Patsy?
Very true, Alex.
Yes indeed.
How are you, Adam?
Well said, CJ.
Hi Lauren!
The cuddle chemical. I like that!
It can keep us going, that's for sure.
Hi Ivy, Yes me too. That little guys eyes are so poignant.
Absolutely true....cute photo...
Have a great weekend...
Cheers!
Linda :o)
Oh that photo is so sweet. I agree with the statement too. We all need this
Thanks, Linda. You have a good one too.
I like that photo too, Birgit.
Hope all is well in your corner of the world. Heading over....
Agreed. Have a great weekend and boogie boogie.
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