Splooting 101: How Corgis Are Secretly Our Zen Masters in Disguise
Have you ever watched a corgi go about its day?
One moment they're curiously looking out the windows, chasing a grasshopper, and another moment their legs stretched out behind them in a posture that yoga practitioners might find familiar. Welcome to the world of "Splooting" - a fascinating canine relaxation technique that serves as a gentle reminder to all of us humans to slow down, unwind, and savor the moment.
Understanding Splooting
Splooting is an adorable term coined by pet enthusiasts to describe a posture where a dog lays belly-down with its hind legs stretched out straight behind. Corgis, the short-legged cuties, are renowned masters of this posture. It's a cool-down strategy, a muscle-stretch, but could it also be a doggy version of asana?
The Zen of Corgis
Just like our furry friends, Zen and yoga teachings urge us to be present in the moment, to stretch out, to let our worries go.
While we humans tend to complicate things, Corgis, with their sploots, play, and rolls, are a living embodiment of these ancient philosophies.
Corgis don't sploot for the future or roll about in the past - they're all about the 'now'. As we watch them scamper and play, we can't help but be drawn into their world, a world where simple pleasures, like a good belly rub or a new squeaky toy, are the source of ultimate joy.
The Playful Wisdom of Rolling on the Ground
Ever seen a corgi roll on the ground? There's something genuinely inspiring about it.
In their playful rolling, they teach us to be resilient, to 'roll with the punches,' to brush off our troubles and embrace joy instead.
Engaging in playful activities like our pets can boost our mood and offer a mental health reprieve, just as a good corgi roll does after a long day of doggy duties.
Photo credits to the owner
Lessons from Corgis: Relaxation Techniques Inspired by Our Canine Companions
How about we take a page out of our corgi's book? Stretch out on your yoga mat, let your body loosen up, and your worries melt away. Savor the moment. Breathe in deeply, taking a cue from the relaxed rhythm of a snoozing corgi.
“Who knew our pets could be such great yoga teachers?”
Final Reflections: Embracing the Corgi Way of Life
Stories abound of pet owners who've discovered the secret to a happy life right under their noses – or should we say, at the end of their leash. Every sploot, every playful roll, is a subtle reminder of the joy in simplicity, the power of living in the moment, and the value of a good stretch.
So, the next time you see your corgi splooting or engaging in a jubilant roll, remember, they're not just being cute (though they're undoubtedly that!).
They're also teaching us an important lesson about life.
Our pets are not just our companions; they're our silent Zen masters, leading us toward a path of joy, relaxation, and a mindful existence. So let's follow their lead, embrace the corgi way of life, and maybe, just maybe, we’ll find our own version of a happy sploot!
Jennifer Degen
June 15, 2023
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