Pick Me Up Tuesday: Animal Assisted Counsleing of Indiana
Why "Pick Me Up Tuesday – You Are Perfect" Matters
Some days, it’s easy to forget our own worth. Maybe you feel drained, second-guessing yourself, or struggling to keep up with life’s pace. Pick Me Up Tuesday – You Are Perfect is your gentle reminder that even on your hardest days, your value doesn’t change.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (AACI), we believe healing starts with self-compassion and encouragement—and sometimes a therapy dog like Sadie who reminds you, without words, that you’re enough.
You Are Perfect, Even When Life Feels Messy
It’s not about perfection in the way the world defines it. Being “perfect” here means:
You’re enough as you are, even when tired
Your emotions are valid, even when they’re heavy
Your worth isn’t tied to productivity
Every Tuesday, we pause to remind you that small steps count, and that showing up for yourself—however that looks—is a victory.
Finding Calm Through Connection
Sometimes, it takes more than words to feel grounded. Many of our clients find comfort in animal-assisted therapy, where our therapy dogs helps people feel seen and safe.
The presence of a therapy dog can:
Lower anxiety and stress
Offer a sense of warmth and companionship
Help clients reconnect with their emotions without judgment
Learn how our therapy dogs support our sessions here:
About Our Therapy ProcessPracticing self-kindness—what researchers call self-compassion—can significantly improve emotional resilience and reduce anxiety. Psychology Today explains that self-compassion encourages self-acceptance and teaches us to treat ourselves with the same kindness we would offer a friend, without relying on validation from achievements
How to Give Yourself a Pick Me Up Today
Here are a few ways to carry the Pick Me Up Tuesday – You Are Perfect reminder with you:
Take one deep breath and unclench your shoulders.
Write down three things you’ve managed today (even the smallest wins).
If you have a pet, spend 5 quiet minutes just being with them.
Offer yourself the same kindness you’d give a friend.
If your days often feel heavy, know that support is available—and it’s okay to ask for it.
You Deserve Support (and a Soft Place to Land)
If anxiety, stress, or self-doubt are weighing you down, you don’t have to face it all alone. Pick Me Up Tuesday – You Are Perfect is a reminder that you’re already enough, but healing can help you feel that truth more deeply.
👉 Schedule a session with us today.
Our team is here to offer a calm, compassionate space—so you can start feeling like yourself again.