What if you had been born as an animal or plant?

Have you ever considered that you could have come into this world as a plant or animal?

It's interesting to mull the possibilities. If we had been born animals or plants, it's possible we could have been someone or something's lunch a long time ago.

In a way, it makes me feel bad for these living organisms, as I doubt they realize they could be made prey at a moment's notice. Then again, many of the animals feed on other creatures to survive.

Imagine not being able to communicate as a human does, and roaming the wild (feral animals) or streets (domesticated animals). In the case of plants, they also stand the risk of being pulled or drying up.

As human beings, we can reflect on our lives, bask in our accomplishments, and strive to meet goals every day.

But what about animals and plants?

Studies have proven that animals and plants have feelings and can actually suffer. Do they aim for anything in particular?

What comes to mind is pretty clear-cut: caring for their offspring, eating, and subduing their enemies. It's all about survival. I would love to get into the minds of such organisms, however, and see what else goes on in there.

In the end, I'm glad I didn't come out a plant or animal, even though my life might probably be less stressful. Human beings have dominion over all other living things on earth. As an animal lover, though, it pains me to see so many stories in the news about animals being abused or becoming endangered. Though I don't wish to be a plant or animal, I most certainly do my part to respect and treat them well as I would any human being.

Would you have liked being born as an animal or plant?

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