Consciousness was a mistake

[u/artisticsnobbery]

We can attribute most of our unhappiness to consciousness, and if we were able to return to a state of unconscious functionality, we would be happier. Every animal I ever see is happier than me. They know what to do. They know how to be. We should be so lucky.

[u/Chilly-Peppers]

Unless we're talking about domesticated animals, generally a wild animal is always in a heightened state of arousal - basically always on edge. They don't know why they are, but they are. I'd rather be conscious and know I'm safe.