Cats have long carried a quiet sense of mystery, and some people have connected this feeling to a short quatrain attributed to Nostradamus. The verse mentions a “feline with the burning eye” and a “guardian of the soul,” which some modern readers interpret as a poetic way of describing the emotional presence cats carry in…

CONTINUE READING…“The Hidden Symbolism of Cats and Why They Fascinate Us” »Whether that interpretation is accurate or not, it reflects an idea many people already understand: a cat’s companionship has a soothing, grounding effect that can support human wellbeing. Across history, various cultures believed cats were protectors of homes and comforting companions to people. Even today, many owners describe moments when a cat seems to notice stress or sadness without being told.