Many years ago, my friend who is an avid dog lover refused to see a life coach I recommended because of the way the coach treated her dog. I couldn’t see anything amiss with her dog but my friend explained: from the eyes, fur, and energy of the dog. The dog was confined in a space too small for them and not happy.
In fact, this same friend mentioned above was the one who taught me how to walk my first pet-sit dog and subsequently supported me in overcoming my fear of dogs.
Years later, having done a fair amount of pet-sitting, I was outraged when my acquaintance admitted to only walking their dog every few days. I was so upset that I even surprised myself.
If how somebody does something is how they do everything, of course it extends to how they treat animals. This is why I agree that people who abuse animals need to be called out, counseled and even punished.
Just because animals can’t speak up doesn’t mean they aren’t suffering. Kindness starts in small acts and extends to animals. Please be kind to them… except maybe cockroaches.
About Dr. Martha Tara Lee
Surrounded by friends who were sexually inhibited and struck by dire lack of positive conversations around sex and sexuality in Singapore, Dr. Martha Tara Lee set out to make a positive difference in embarking on her doctorate in human sexuality before launching Eros Coaching in 2009. Today, she remains dedicated to working with individuals and couples who wish to lead self-actualised and pleasure-filled lives.
She also holds certificates in counselling, coaching and sex therapy, and her fourth degree – a Masters in Counselling in May 2018. In practice since 2009, she is the only certified sexuality educator and certified sexuality educator supervisor by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) in Singapore.
Often cited in the media, Dr. Lee is the appointed Clinical Sexologist for Singapore Cancer Society. She was recognised as one of ‘Top 50 Inspiring Women Under 40′ by Her World in July 2010, and one of ‘Top 100 Inspiring Women’ by CozyCot in March 2011. She has published four books: Love, Sex and Everything In-Between, Orgasmic Yoga, From Princess to Queen and {Un}Inhibited.
Martha works with individuals and couples in private coaching sessions, and conducts her own workshops. She takes prides in making sure all her workshops are also fun, educational, and sex-positive. This comes easily to her because even though she is extremely dedicated and serious about her work, she fundamentally believes that sex is meant to be fun, wonderful, amazing and sacred. As such, this serious light-heartedness has shone through again and again. For her full profile, click here. Email her here.
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