Can A Pet Give You Purpose? with Heather Gibson

In this episode of Blether with Barberra, Brian speaks again with Heather Gibson about pets, purpose, trauma, emotional support and the role animals can play in helping people reconnect with life.Brian reflects on how his rescue dog Barbara gave him purpose during a difficult period, while Heather shares examples of cats, service dogs, pressure therapy and the emotional power of having another living being waiting for you at home.A sensitive and thoughtful conversation about animals as emotional first responders, responsible ownership, service dogs, emotional regulation, trauma recovery and why the right animal-human relationship can be deeply powerful.This episode includes references to trauma and suicidal thoughts.