If you have a pet that crossed the Rainbow Bridge, a paranormal encounter with its ghost could help you cope with your grief, according to a new study.
The study, which received responses from 544 social media users, found that physical experiences (such as hearing a dog's nails falling on the floor or seeing a dog's ghost) and interpreted experiences (such as dreaming about a deceased dog) Both were investigated.
The study was conducted by Jennifer Golbeck, a computer science professor at the University of Maryland, and concluded that the majority of reported emotions (74.6%) were positive, providing people with a sense of comfort, security, and protection. Ta.
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Golbeck added: “These supernatural experiences may serve another role for grieving dog guardians. A lack of cultural support for those mourning their dogs can lead to disenfranchised people. Given that grief for companion animals is common, and that grief for companion animals is often complicated by feelings of guilt, these supernatural experiences can serve as an important source of comfort and inform how bereaved families cope with loss. It may be.”
Many people who have lost a pet have felt the spirit of their pet, such as when they were out for a walk in nature or when they thought they heard a meow coming from somewhere in their home. Losing a pet can be amazingly heartbreaking, pets are such a big part of our lives and not only do we get used to their physical presence, but they also give us emotional support. It's no surprise that we feel close to our pets at times, given the huge impact they have on us.
I think seeing the pet parent and feeling their presence is just one way the pet parent goes through the grieving process.
A meaningful way to mourn the death of a beloved pet
Losing a pet is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a pet owner can have. There are many ways to commemorate the life your beloved puppy or cat lived and all the joy and love they brought.
Certain parks have rainbow bridges where dog owners can leave collars or tags for dogs that have passed by. This is a lovely way to remember your dog and honor all the other beloved animals who have passed away.
You can plant a memorial garden in your yard and place a stone or trail marker with your puppy or cat's name on it. This is a touching way to tell young children goodbye to your pet.
You can create a memory book filled with beautiful photos of your beloved dog or cat.
You can light a candle in honor of your dog or cat whenever you feel like it, such as on their birthday or on holidays.
In honor of your pet, you can adopt or foster a dog or cat, or make a donation in their name to a local animal shelter or humane society.
We would like to express our deepest sympathies to everyone who is grieving the death of a beloved pet.
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