#not human

things to lessen species dysphoria 

except it's actual advice and not just "buy gear"

1: tend to paw pads, when washing, pay extra mind to clean the pads. remember to also keep your pads moisturized, w lotion etc. pet owners moisturize their pets paws, you should do the same with yours!

2: find other words to describe "human" things. friend group = pack. brushing hair/fur = grooming. partner = mate. bed = nest. house/room = den. etc etc

3: obligatory gear mention BUT it can help. for me, it's mainly when taking photos in it, then looking back at them later. however, if you have talons, eating/stabbing food with claws could be fun. just clean them before and after!

4: you can always buy pet toys, pet beds, collars, and possibly human grade pet food at walmart. absolutely no one would think anything at all. also, you can probably find big pet cages online. and if a pet bed isnt your style, you can always get a giant bean bag!

5: you can make any food animal-fied with molds and cookie cutters! plenty of cute dog bone shapes etc! find something to match your species! you could also use the molds for cutely shaped ice!

6: treat yourself like an actual animal. look for species friendly foods, species friendly soap to wash with, etc etc. just also make sure your vessel can handle it as well! "human grade" is necessary, even if you yourself aren't.

7: refer to your body with less "human" terms. hair = fur. teeth = fangs. nails = claws. hands = paws/claws/talons. etc etc

8: dress in colors or styles that remind you more of your true self. (aliens may want greens and purples or otherworldly looking options, deer may want something more soft and natural like cottage core, a dragon may want to flaunt jewelry, etc etc)

9: species doesn't wear clothes? your home is a lawless land LMAO strip em off if you gotta. maybe close window blinds and have clothes in reach in case of visitors however!!

10: listen to music that makes you feel less human! (the song "harpy hare" is probably a big one for more forest-dwelling creatures. but it can be anything! sparkle dogs may want loud breakcore or vocaloid, a doll may want something classical and pretty, or a canine may want some anxiety relief music for dogs!)

11: sew or commission a nonhuman sheath or vulva to wear. stop giving a fuck, be free 🙌

12: tend to plushies or fake eggs like they're your cubs/hatchlings!

13: turn your bed into a comfy nest!

14: pretend to be somewhere else if wanted! your bath could be a fancy hot tub fit for a dragon, your bed could be a cozy burrow with the blankets serving as your roof, etc etc.

15: practice nonhuman noises! you can probably find tutorials on youtube, or work with whatever comes naturally for you! not all animals sound the same, ever heard an old chihuahua bark? LMAO don't worry about how you sound!

16: if birdlike, wyvernlike, monkeylike etc, pick up things with your feet!

17: lap at water from the faucet, or the soup in your bowl!

18: match the eating techniques of your species, without choking obviously LOL lots of animals swallow whole. if birdlike, maybe chew it up before tossing your head back to swallow-

19: play with your pets like you're one of them!! dogs will love this lol

Well, I’ve got something for YOU! - said like Eagle Man (iykyk)

Let me explain this to you. You can block me if you wish.

God created us in the image of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. As humans, we have been given privilege by our heavenly father, and it is in our creation.

Demons have to ask before they can come into the kingdom of Heaven, meanwhile we will run past Angels and into the Lord's arms freely.

That privilege is humanity. That is the way he created us.

So. To those who think they are animals; and that is their calling, that is their identity, those who believe they are angels, but do not believe in our creator,

Those who reside with demons, and all of the above; if you find comfort/pride in only your identity,

Let me tell you something real quick.

1. God is the healer of all. Let yourself find comfort in him, not your identity. Because he loves you and he sent his only son to die on the cross for you.

2. Therianthropy is what your heart wants. God tells us, our heart is what is most wicked; we must reject our flesh and it's desires, and run to him. Run to him, before you run to therianthropy/alterhumanity. Make it secondary.

3. Our souls are created and managed by one being; the Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit. Once you see through this, and you begin to follow him, all of your humanly needs are below you. Even if you identify as an animal, God wants you to see him.

4. Demons will do anything they can to lead as many people as they can away from the spiritual battle we all experience; and this may take the form of the pride you feel as an alterhuman/therian. Be mindful of your creator and his creation, and take steady steps to include God in your journey.

They can make you think you are an animal; something that was not created in the image of God. They may use this to bring you further from Christ; so be careful out there.

Understand God as you go along with your identity. Talk to God about your alterhumanity; do not let the enemy mislead you into thinking you are just an entity; a puppet, something they can control.