Why raising a cat changes your life

"Raising a cat can change your life" is a popular saying, which originates from some people's special emotions towards cats and various positive cultural connotations towards cats. Here are some reasons why people may think that owning a cat can "change their life":

1. Psychological effects: Research shows that pets can provide emotional support and reduce owners’ stress and anxiety. The tenderness and companionship of cats may bring psychological comfort and positive effects to people, making cat owners feel that their quality of life has been improved.

2. Social media influence: On social media, there are many stories shared about good luck or positive changes brought about by raising cats. These anecdotes are often idealized and widely spread.

3. Cultural factors: In some cultures, cats are considered a symbol of good luck. For example, the Japanese lucky cat (Maneki-neko) is believed to attract wealth and good luck.

4. Lifestyle changes: Keeping pets will lead people to change their daily living habits, such as going out for more walks, feeding regularly and taking care of pets. These changes may indirectly lead to an improvement in the quality of life.

5. Self-fulfilling prophecy: When people believe that raising cats can bring about positive changes, they may unconsciously change their behaviors and attitudes, thereby actually bringing about some positive changes.

However, in fact, raising a cat cannot directly change a person's destiny. As for whether it can bring good luck, this is more a matter of personal belief and subjective experience. If someone feels that their life has improved after getting a cat, it may be more due to changes in their mental state and lifestyle. Scientifically, there is no conclusive evidence that owning a cat or any other behavior can directly change a person's destiny.

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