Look at a dog. Simple lives composed of sleeping, eating, and play. A far-cry from their ancestors.
A dog can’t truly understand English, Spanish, or any other language. Dogs can’t even begin to resonate with what you think are important problems. But they’re not dumb — they live better lives than you!
Language, amongst other things, prevents dogs from understanding the world around them in great detail. Their obligatory oblivion makes them more peaceful, more happy, and more calm than you could ever be.
You do understand English and the world around you. But you can be unbothered by it all if you choose. Gain perspective on the significance of your life’s “problems” by realizing that your closet companion understands none of your issues.