Just as with setting boundaries, I'm not always great at telling people when I need something, whether that be overall life advice or assistance opening a tough pickle jar. Luckily, I have a perfect example in my young friend. Scout does NOT hesitate to inform me when he needs something . . . even if it's 5 a.m.
Scout recognizes that no one is going to read his little cat brain, so he makes it abundantly clear when he is hungry or thirsty or grumpy. And furthermore, he tells me what he needs. Sometimes by simply running between me and his food dish until I finally take the hint.
As a human being, I am coming to terms with the fact that other people cannot read my mind. If I need something, it is my responsibility to let the people around me know.
