Ever notice how your cat waits outside your door every night just sitting there in silence?

Ever notice how your cat waits outside your door every night just sitting there in silence? It's not because she's bored. And it's not just habit. Psychology says your cat is standing guard. In her mind, that door isn't a wall. It's a thin barrier between you and safety. When you walk into that room and close the door, her brain releases a small wave of stress hormones. the same ones a kitten feels when it can't see its mother. That's why she curls up right outside. She's close enough to sense your heartbeat to know you're safe. And when she hears you move or your voice through the wall, her oxytocin rises. That's her comfort. She's saying, "You're here. I can rest now." You may think she's independent, but in her world, you're home. So, next time you see her waiting quietly at your door, don't just smile and walk away. open it. Because in that moment, she's not asking for attention. She's reminding you love doesn't always need words. Sometimes it just waits.