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Everything I Need To Know I Learned From My Cat

All you have to do is look into the eyes of a cat and you know without a doubt that this is a wise being.

Have you ever experienced the Zen of a kitten? Have you learned important lessons about life from your cat? If so, you will be able to relate to what my kittens have taught me.

It's true... everything I need to know I have learned from my cats. Here's a sampling of their feline enlightenment.

Be born anew every minute of every day.

White Newborn Kittens Curled Up Sleeping

Got pink?

Remember to embrace those you love.

Two Kittens Cuddle in Sleep

Never underestimate the power of snuggling.

Kitten With Amazed Expression Outdoors in the Grass

Be amazed!

"Look out on life with amazement...
Live in awe, and entertain wonder..."
~ Brahma Kumaris

Kitten Napping Outdoors in the Grass

Before enlightenment... nap. After enlightenment... nap.

Are cats the most enlightened of all?

Here's your chance to put up your paws. It's time for a cat fight!

Are cats smarter or more enlightened than most other animals?

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Of course! My cat's a Zen Einstein.

malina123 says:

Wouldn't go as far as to say my cat is an Einstein as the one that I currently have does seam a bit.. umm special =). But my previous cat was a genius.

Zhana21 says:

Cats are both highly intelligent and highly intuitive. However, only humans can attain true Enlightenment.

kathysart says:

I think ALL animals are more enlightened than we think they are.

kitty222 says:

Sure -- My cats definitely have the Zen thing down. They even do their meditating right on my porch rail.

Graceonline says:

Having lived with several cats, I have to say they may be the most intelligent, most spiritual beings I have ever known.

No way! My other animals out-smart and out-Zen those cats any day.

aardvarkapparel says:

I think most dogs are smarter, but I know cats can make many more vocal sounds

nephthys says:

I think horses are smarter

Helene-Malmsio says:

I absolutely ADORE my teenage Hooligan Kitties - *but* I really do think that dogs are smarter. But not necessarily more loving than cats - I think they are equal in the affection department, unlike some people think about cats.

Koupie says:

I have never had a cat or been around cats, but my dog even though he is small is the most enlightened creature I have ever known :)

Margo_Arrowsmith says:

Some are and some aren't, like any other animal, its individual

Oh, and my Xander the Chihuahua is smarter than any animal!

 
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Happy Kitten

Nurture your inner sweetness.

Just be yourself.

Two Dancing Kittens

Dance like there's nobody watching.

"The privilege of a lifetime
is being who you are."
~ Joseph Campbell

Can you read feline minds?

© Alena Ozerova



What is this little Zen darling thinking? Add your caption and let the fun begin! Come back often to view and vote on submissions.

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(singing) "Memory...... all alone in the mewnlight...."

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What is this green thing? The world is so much bigger and more wonderful than I imagined.

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You did whaaaaaaaaat????

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I want my mommy :)))

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Bird!!!!

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Hey! That's *my* mouse!

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You're telling me the Tooth Fairy isn't real?

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How do you like my pretty blue eyes?

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Hey, good lookin'! ;)

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Of Cats and Soulfulness

Have you known a Zen cat? Do you ever feel as though cats have a very unique spirit or soulfulness?

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Look! See!

Be curious.


Blessed are they who see beautiful things... ~ Camille Pissarro

Each one sees what he carries in his heart. ~ Goethe

Look, look, look, look, look! ~ Richard Halliday

Curiosity is lying in wait for every secret. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

"My spirit has ways of seeing
that my eyes
cannot comprehend."
~ Philippe Benichou

Live with gusto.

Expressive Kitten Doing Leg Lift

Confucius Kitten Say: Leg lifts secret of youthful body.

Zen and the Art of Caption Writing

© Dreamframer



Time to exercise your creativity. Please write a caption to describe what this kitten is expressing. You can come back and participate again. Be sure to vote for your favorite captions.

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"Hey buddy, don't take it so hard... You can't get EVERY mouse..."

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Lean On Me

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mmmmm...that feels sooo good! :)

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Why did the put me in this position? I'd rather go have a nap.

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Thanks so much for being a true friend

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I know it hurts now, but your heart will mend. I know you can't imagine that just now. It's okay. I'm here. Cry all you need to. I'm right here.

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Angel of Affection

This is one of my favorite gifts. The friend who gave it to me truly understood how I feel about my kittens.
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Blessed by an Angel

Kitten Behavior Many thanks to the angels, in their many forms, who have blessed this lens. You are greatly appreciated!

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Zen and the Art of Shopping

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How have four-legged children touched your life?

What are the lessons you have learned from the cats or other beloved animals in your life? How have they transformed or enlightened you?

  • JaguarJulie Jun 1, 2012 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    Ah, "Before enlightenment... nap. After enlightenment... nap." I'm feeling it!
  • marsha32 May 29, 2012 @ 12:05 am | delete
    Too too adorable! I'm having discussions with our new kitten though. She is in a super playful mood...clawing my legs, knocking down my coupons, getting in to the trash, jumping on my and trying to play with my necklace....you get the pictures. She's adorable, but isn't she tired yet?
  • TeamSTM May 23, 2012 @ 12:09 pm | delete
    Now I clearly see cats in a Whole new way and for some reason, this Lens makes sense. As if I somehow already knew this?!? What kind of moment would that be, it's stronger than a dejavu?
  • grannysage May 11, 2012 @ 1:25 pm | delete
    I decided to start my day by hanging out with these kittens. I just met a kitten who definitely fits the description of a zen kitten. He is totally in the moment.
  • ---Chazz May 1, 2012 @ 11:02 pm | delete
    I was adopted by two kittens 8 years ago and a puppy last August. They've made a huge difference in our lives. They really do make a house a home.
  • KimGiancaterino Mar 13, 2012 @ 3:25 pm | delete
    Our latest kitten showed up in July, watching us from the fence behind our hot tub. Now Peanut sleeps with us. My last batch of rescue kitties are 12 now, so it's fun to watch a kitten discover things for the first time. Not so fun for mice, though. Peanut's a real killer.
  • Ladymermaid Mar 5, 2012 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    Lol it seems that I am revisiting your lenses today. I will have to dig to the bottom of your pile for ones that I have not visited before. Blessings for all the four legged kids out there.
  • Zhana21 Feb 21, 2012 @ 6:06 am | delete
    My cats were my babies. They were the light of my life. They give you so much love and ask for so little in return. I think kittens are the most perfect animals of all.
  • kathysart Feb 20, 2012 @ 11:28 am | delete
    I love my two kitties and all my cats in the past. To me a house is not a home without one or two. Angel blessed.
  • Graceonline Feb 17, 2012 @ 7:05 pm | delete
    Incidentally, I don't think I see you in the forum very often, but I spotlighted this lens there. I thought it might comfort others as it had me today.
  • Graceonline Feb 17, 2012 @ 10:51 am | delete
    Oh yes, they have. I feel so blessed for the kittens in my life, for the love and warmth they brought to me, especially in my darkest hours. The most important lesson from my feline companions: No matter how alone you feel, there is plenty of love in the world.
  • grnidlady Dec 16, 2011 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    purrrrrfect lens! i feel blessed to have my cat in my life. she really takes care of her people. :)
  • aj2008 Dec 13, 2011 @ 4:24 pm | delete
    Oh yes, many cats have touched my life - including the one that looks just like the cat in your intro :)
  • Jolene_Belmain Dec 8, 2011 @ 3:06 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens... kitties sure are the zen animal :)

    ~BLESSED~
  • Ladymermaid Nov 18, 2011 @ 11:19 pm | delete
    Truly a relaxing and beautifully in touch with a kitten's zen lens. Wonderful.
  • pawpaw911 Oct 24, 2011 @ 9:44 am | delete
    It don't get any cuter than that.
  • tokyonights7 Oct 22, 2011 @ 9:02 am | delete
    Oooo, I love the kitten with the butterfly! You've made my day!
  • LabKitty Oct 17, 2011 @ 6:34 pm | delete
    “The city of cats and the city of men exist one inside the other, but they are not the same city.” – Italo Calvino
  • efriedman Oct 17, 2011 @ 4:34 pm | delete
    A well-loved cat can be a great boost to your mood when times are rough.
  • genglo Oct 16, 2011 @ 5:55 pm | delete
    They make me smile, they calm me so I'm never stressed, they keep me company so that I'm never lonely, and they show me unconditional love.
  • Helene-Malmsio Oct 4, 2011 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    I can't even begin to tell anyone how much my furry kids have changed my life for the better. I can't imagine living without furry company...
  • ForestBear Sep 22, 2011 @ 4:25 am | delete
    Wonderful lens. I enjoyed my visit and loved the photos. Thank you for sharing
  • Close2Art Sep 2, 2011 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    very good lens, love the kitten photos reminds me of all my cats I've had and how much we love them...:)RWJR
  • Koupie Jul 29, 2011 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    They are living on a more conscious level than we are, they know how to live in the "now", and it takes little to make them happy.
    Great lens, don't know why it took me so long to visit this one.
  • LabKitty Jul 4, 2011 @ 6:14 pm | delete
    Somehow this belongs here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Bmhjf0rKe8

    Browlf!
  • darciefrench Jun 16, 2011 @ 5:27 pm | delete
    Revisiting for some awesome kitty love ...
  • jaktraks Jun 12, 2011 @ 8:32 pm | delete
    My cats have taught me that he/she who whines long enough gets treats.
  • findingwhimsy Jun 8, 2011 @ 11:33 am | delete
    I love this lens! It's true, we can learn so much from animals :).
  • DessertLover Jun 7, 2011 @ 9:45 am | delete
    Lovely lens! I just love cats and kittens, I totally agree, they're a special animal!
  • CruiseReady May 30, 2011 @ 10:41 pm | delete
    You are right about thos eyes.
  • whirlwind May 30, 2011 @ 1:44 pm | delete
    Hello RenaissanceWoman2010. I like your lens "The Zen of Kittens." I love kittens; Thank you for sharing these gorgeous pictures! I'm giving you a thumbs up!
  • pilegirl May 15, 2011 @ 10:12 pm | delete
    We have been feeding neighborhood stray cats on our back patio.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Apr 30, 2011 @ 8:16 am | delete
    We found a litter of kittens abandoned under the dumpster at school a few years ago. All of the kittens were taken home by one teacher or another. We adopted Mascara. No regrets. She's a part of the family now.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 May 10, 2011 @ 8:22 am | delete
    What a cute name! I'm not surprised that teachers chose to adopt and care for those kittens. Compassion is the heart of all educators. Thanks for your comments and support. :-)
  • OutdoorLily Apr 8, 2011 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    I recently lost my kitty to kidney disease after 13 years of a happy long life. She brought much joy and unconditional love, thank you for posting such wonderful pictures it brought a smile to my face and a memory to my heart!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 8, 2011 @ 1:19 pm | delete
    I'm really glad this lens brought back the truly special memories of your loving kitten. It is so hard to lose our beloved animals. Wishing you peace as you heal.
  • ajgodinho Apr 5, 2011 @ 1:26 am | delete
    Beautiful lens and amazingly cute pictures of kittens. Thanks for sharing the learnings from your cat. I don't have any pets now, but we did have a sweet cat when we were kids. They surely are special creatures in their own way....well done! :)
  • RinchenChodron Apr 4, 2011 @ 2:14 pm | delete
    I've always wanted to sleep so relaxed like a kitten that become a rag doll! My cat Kisser has taught me many things in 18 years. Love this lens - faving it.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 8, 2011 @ 1:21 pm | delete
    Love your cat's name... Kisser. :-) Yes... I'd love to sleep as perfectly as my kittens do. Thanks for your visit and your support! Greatly appreciated.
  • kimmanleyort Apr 3, 2011 @ 12:51 pm | delete
    Yes, but I have a dog, not a cat. Yet, your pictures are awesome and I do believe that all animals have much to teach.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 3, 2011 @ 12:58 pm | delete
    Thanks for stopping by! Yes... animals are great teachers. I love dogs, too. :-)
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Apr 1, 2011 @ 11:29 am | delete
    Love the lens!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:56 pm | delete
    Thank you for loving it and for sharing that lens love. Really appreciated!
  • DaveStone13 Mar 29, 2011 @ 10:29 am | delete
    Too many ways to tell. Mostly, they taught me to look more closely at assumptions we make about animal intelligence and animal awareness.
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:55 pm | delete
    That's a powerful lesson – learning to examine and challenge our own assumptions. Thanks for sharing!
  • catbehaviors Mar 28, 2011 @ 7:50 pm | delete
    Wessie has taught me to really appreciate the sunshine, and also to be very forgiving. He might be angry about something you do, like giving a bath, but forgives you and doesn't hold a grudge. I think we can all learn from animals.
    *blessed*
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:54 pm | delete
    Forgiveness is one of those ultimate lessons and gifts. If only we could all learn to be more like Wessie. Your blessing is deeply appreciated!
  • debkrenaissance Mar 28, 2011 @ 3:57 pm | delete
    I have learned more about enjoying the most simple things in life.... the breeze, warmth of sunshine on my body, butterfly flitting by....
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:52 pm | delete
    That's what it's all about... the joys of simple pleasures. Thanks for sharing!
  • bojasna Mar 27, 2011 @ 2:50 pm | delete
    I'm constantly learning to take care of someone else and I love the notion that someone is waiting for me to come through the door.
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