Emotional Support Seeker Gifts

"And there's when I was 10, and they caught me shoplifting. Man, I didn't know you kept everything bottled up like that."

Codepetdency Counseling: "He won't even sit on my lap anymore."

"Down the corridor, third right, and take with you as many as you think you'll need."

"I deal with yours...you deal with mine."

"Seasonal depression and existential depression and political depression for the trifecta."

It's tough being a porcupine - You always need a hug!

Failure Iceberg

"What I love about dogs is that they look after you."

"She's taking a lot of affection pressure off you."

'Don't mind her...I brought along my grief counsellor just in case.'

"...and then the bitch left me...."

'Would you tuck me in?'

'Call a chiropractor. I need a real hug.'

"Looks like someone needs a hug!"

"I'd like to see you every Tuesday, forever."

"Whoa, whoa, take it easy, Honey. Just slow down, take a deep breath and ping me about it later."

"If you ask me, we're better off without her."

Kiosk in large lobby with sign above it labeled 'Empathy'.

Licensed Therapist

"Sometimes ... I just want to run away."

"I know it’s an issue, and we’re working on it in therapy."

Pet a Puppy

"Have you tried barking at the moon?"

"... And bless my dog, Penny, whose licks give me the strength to carry on."

Pet Shop - Parrot labeled as 'Good Listener'

"It is now that moment when a close family member tries to speak of the deceased without choking up."

"So, how are we doing with our trust issues?"

"Rescue someone; rescue yourself"

Emotional Support Pest

'My building inspector just doesn't understand me.'

"My wife and I handle our own finances. I'm an accountant and she's a grief counselor."

"Can you recommend a nice red wine that goes well with a broken heart?"

"Now, let’s talk about your attachment issues."

"We added it just for the millenials."

"When you hold me like this, you make me feel I can do anything."