Apparently, June 18 is National Splurge Day. When I first read about this day, I just assumed that it was related to that wonderful Treat Yo’ Self episode of Parks & Rec. It turns out that National Splurge Day actually dates back to 1994. (I wonder if it would have gained more traction if it had a cooler name?)
Anyway, dogs can teach you a lot about how to treat yourself right and live life to the fullest. Here are some tips I’ve picked up from my own canine life coaches.
You can take a day off from that diet. Channel your inner pup and eat with gusto.
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Heck, just take the whole day off. Curl up with a book or watch your favorite TV show.
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Surround yourself with things you love…
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… and with the people (and puppies) you love.
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Take a walk with a friend. It’ll do you good.
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Try to take things in stride. If you trip, just shake it off and keep going,
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Stop worrying about what everyone else thinks. Play your favorite song… and then dance your tail off.
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Never underestimate the importance of a good nap (and always be prepared).
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If all else fails, you can’t go wrong with a relaxing bath.
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(Note: Neither Tavish nor Bella endorse this final tip. I’m pretty sure Tavish is a Mogwai, while Bella has mastered the guilt trip.)
What has your dog taught you about treating yourself right?
They try to teach me that it is OK to stop and smell the roses (or in their case, the P-mail), but I’m a slow learner when it comes to that.
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Me too, my friend.
Never, ever skimp on sleep! And sometimes you need to lick your friend’s nose to remind them how much you love them…
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Personally, I wouldn’t mind an Arrested Development marathon. But aren’t those puppies a little young to be watching such an adult show?
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We do try to show mom that she should just hang out and relax, do nothing, snuggle, etc but she seems to always lack time to do that as much as we do! Super cute videos/graphics 🙂
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National Splurge Day–that cracks me up! Not sure how I’ll celebrate…maybe I’ll go pick up some extra yummy seaweed snacks:)
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My dog changed my life completely. He has taught me to live in the moment and skip the stress (as much as us humans can. lol)
I went from having a clothing line to becoming a dog behaviorist. Yea, i’d say he taught me more than most. He’s a sweet guy like that.
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Me wants the little puppy in the ball bin. We sure can learn a lot from our dogs!!
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Rita’s main lesson is not a good one for me – the “It really is okay to have a treat every time you walk past the treat cupboard” thing isn’t doing me (or my behind) any favors!
(Love that Treat Yo’ Self episode. And would also love an all-day Arrested Development marathon.)
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Okay the gif with the puppy in the ball pit just kills me!
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My dogs have taught me to eat aaaaalllll the chicken and duck poo I want. Every day.
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Patience is a virtue but sleeping is good too.
We all have a lot to learn from our dogs. Mine is to chill, that’s all my dog does – CHILL; and me, well all I do is find things to do! Love your pics and how you explained what we can learn from them.
I’m loving all of these tips!
Never underestimate the value of a walk in the park or the feel of the grass between your toes!
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I love the dogs on the treadmill, so cute. My dog try’s telling me to chill out.