Normalize stuffed animals!
Stuffed animals are awesome! Everyone should be able to carry a stuffed animal around.
Here’s why:
1. Stuffed animals help provide a sense of familiarity
For some people, changes in environment or routine can be really overwhelming, sometimes to the point of causing physical pain. Having a sweet little stuffed animal as a constant variable, even just in daily life, can keep things less stressful. We can always count on our stuffie(s) to be there for us, even in the hardest of times!
2. Stuffed animals reduce loneliness
It’s pretty easy to anthropomorphize any object, but with a stuffed animal, it’s even easier! Stuffed animals are already designed to resemble living creatures. Just add an element of human imagination, and you’ve got a cuddly companion to ease your loneliness.
3. Stuffed animals provide a sensory experience
Isn’t it fun to squish stuffed animals? Stuffed animals come in all kinds of squishyness & textures, meaning you can pet that uniquely textured fabric, or squish their oh-so-squishable belly. Stuffed animals can be tons of sensory fun!
4. Stuffed animals won’t judge or ask for favors
Stuffed animals aren’t going to ask you for money, or make you spend extra time with them, or force you to go shopping. With stuffed animals, you are in charge. They’re never going to judge you for being different or making a mistake. They’ll just happily do what you’re doing, no questions asked. Plus, they’re always great listeners!
Normalize stuffed animals and carry yours around with pride! ❤️