My therapist suggested an ’emotional support stuffed animal’, since I’m allergic to cats and too irresponsible for a dog. I thought, “I am not 5,” and reluctantly ordered one from Amazon.

You guys, it’s sooooooo soft.. I’ve already regressed to talking to it in baby/pet voices. I’m equal parts embarrassed and elated.

(We’re all Lennie deep down, aren’t we?)