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What does it mean?
A person expresses deep grief and possessiveness over a beloved pet.
In plain terms
I want my pet to live and not die because I love it.
What can you take from it?
Love for pets is deep and losing them causes intense pain.

Where it applies

  • losing a pet
  • grieving
  • family bonds

Putting it to work

  • processing grief
  • honoring memories
  • seeking comfort

Questions to consider

  • How do you cope with loss?
  • What do pets mean to you?

Another view

Denying death can delay the healing process.

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