Leah's neighborhood dog recently had puppies in her home, and she's feeling all the puppy love. She talks with Ofosu about the lessons in unconditional love, mindfulness, and contentment that we can learn from animals. They also discuss ways we can perceive the world more like our four-legged friends.

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🎧 What's in this episode:

(00:00) The story of Lala, Leah's neighborhood dog
(01:53) How animals can help us live healthier and happier lives
(03:29) How to bond with and learn from animals
(06:46) Caring for rescue animals and the power of loving attention
(09:13) What we gain from taking care of animals
(11:08) Alternatives to pet ownership
(12:20) Ofosu's childhood dog and grieving the loss of a pet

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Love and loss: What we can learn from puppies