Do cats let grim stories stop them from climbing Christmas trees? Do they care if their neighbor’s feline friend has a bigger food bowl than they do? Can you imagine a cat losing sleep over such thoughts?
Cats embody an existence of almost total independence. They seem unencumbered by external expectations and doubts about whether they are living up to them. Rather, they seem to follow their natural inclinations without guilt or hesitation. When they are tired, they rest. When they have energy, they play. When they are hungry, they hunt.
