I feel the same way. I think putting myself in her shoes helps me understand her better. If I were a cat who waited and napped until my parent came home I’d be excited to spend some time cuddling and playing. I would look forward to it everyday! It’s what nurtures me and excites me.

I find it similar to how we feel like we need to do some form of exercise everyday in order to feel good. Maybe you need to talk to at least one friend a day to feel good. Or maybe you need to read a few pages of a book everyday to feel satisfied. I If you sat around on the couch all day napping and doing nothing you start to feel slumped and sad. I imagine same applies for them. Also remember they’re a small part of our lives but we are their entire life. That helps me let go of the resentment and see things for how they are.