Anthropomorphism

According to the University of Chicago, lonely people don't necessarily need other people to alleviate their loneliness...

Nicholas Epley, Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago’s Graduate School of Business: “When people lack a sense of connection with other people, they are more likely to see their pets, gadgets or gods as human-like.”

Social scientists call this tendency “anthropomorphism.”

"Well, bless my stars, I do believe that's the saddest thing I've ever heard," opined the Gay Horse. "It's a good thing you're not THAT far gone, isn't it, Malice? What do you think, AFR?"



"BALDERDASH!" scowled the Average Frustrated Raccoon. "And PERQUACKEY, too!"




"I AM YOUR GOD, MALICE!" spat the Gay Horse. "Your pet, gadget and god! FEED ME!!!"




"Don't you listen to them, Malice," said the picture of Zooey. "Believe in yourself; the rest is up to me and — Don't go chasing waterfalls! Please stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used to...!"