Harvard researchers proved it—your dog lives with less stress than you do

What a Rottweiler Can Teach You About Living Better (Without Chasing Your Own Tail)

From stress to snuggles: a surprisingly practical guide to seeing life through dog-goggles

You hoomans love your hacks. Life hacks. Fitness hacks. Productivity hacks. But the best one I’ve ever sniffed out? It’s four-legged, loves belly rubs, and has never missed a nap schedule. That’s right—it’s me, Thor. And today I’m giving you the ultimate pawspective shift. Because let’s face it: you’ve got calendars full of meetings, inboxes louder than a pack of Chihuahuas, and to-do lists longer than a greyhound's legs. Meanwhile, I’m out here sunbaking with zero regrets and 100% snack accuracy.

In the time it took you to scroll social media for ‘motivation’, I sniffed out a live possum, rearranged the backyard dirt, and chose joy (also known as a mud puddle). I may not wear a Fitbit—but I’ve got instincts, intuition, and some solid treat-based logic. So, here's how to live a little more like a dog—and a lot less like a stressed-out hooman.

1. Stop Overcomplicating Joy

You hoomans go through twelve browser tabs and three group chats just to pick a weekend activity. I decide in two sniffs: Ball? Yes. Car ride? Double yes. Vet? No thanks, mate. Joy doesn’t need a spreadsheet. It needs presence. Ear flops in the wind. Unexpected smells. Socks to chew (preferably the left ones – they taste rebellious).

“You overthink. We overzoom. Guess who’s happier?” — Thor, freelance nap consultant

2. Protect Nap Time Like It’s Sacred

I take self-care seriously. Three naps a day, minimum. One on the deck, one under the table, and one belly-up for maximum breeze exposure. You hoomans? Always ‘too busy’. But tired brains make bad choices—like saying yes to brunch when your soul needs silence. Set your out-of-office to *currently curled like a cinnamon roll*, because rest is a power move.

3. Keep Your Pack Close

We dogs don’t need a LinkedIn network. We need our pack. Whether it’s our family, our mates at the dog park, or the delivery driver who always smells like bacon, we keep our circles tight and our tails wagging. You don’t have to love everyone. Just know who makes your whole butt wiggle—then stick with them.

4. Let Stuff Go (Even If It Was Your Favourite Stick)

I once lost my favourite squeaky pig behind the shed. I grieved. I howled. Then I found a pine cone worth barking about and moved on. You hoomans? You replay awkward conversations in the shower for six months. Not worth it. Let go. There’s always another pig, another walk, another sunrise worth waking up for (even if it comes with wet grass on your paws).

5. Don’t Judge the Breed, Judge the Behaviour

I get side-eyed all the time. Big blocky head, deep bark, Rottweiler body made for protection and cuddles. People panic—until they see me smooching toddlers and gently carrying stuffed ducks. Just because something looks intimidating doesn’t mean it’s all gnash and no wag. Same goes for hoomans. Don’t size someone up on first sniff. Give ’em a chance to show their character.

6. If It Smells Wrong, Walk Away

You hoomans ignore warning signs, don’t you? You stay in jobs, friendships, or situations that stink worse than a week-old bone buried in summer. But dogs? We sniff once and know the vibe. Trust your inner nose. If it doesn’t sit right in your gut—turn tail and trot the other way. Life’s too short to be around dodgy energy or dry biscuits.

7. Celebrate the Little Wins Like You Just Caught a Rabbit

Let me tell you something: every treat is worth celebrating. Every tail scratch. Every praise word. I go full wiggle just for “good boy.” You wait for giant milestones... promotions, dream houses, perfect moments. Nah. The perfect moment is now. You didn’t yell back in traffic? That’s a treat. Your dog actually came when called? Double treat. Celebrate early and often—you deserve it.

Are You Living Like a Dog... or Just Waiting for the Next Walk?

Maybe the trick isn’t doing more. It’s doing different. Less rushing. More sniffing. Less doomscrolling. More playing ball 'til sunset. We dogs don’t need a bucket list—we’ve already got backyard bliss. You’ve got instincts too, hooman. You just forgot how to use them under all that noise. So here’s my challenge—today, pick one thing I do better than you and copy me. Nap harder. Play rougher. Love louder.

Mic-drop motto: You don’t need a new life—you need a new pawspective.

Catch you on the next belly rub,

Thor 🐾

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