[FEATURE] Customizable thinking status messages

Preflight Checklist

• [x] I have searched existing requests and this feature hasn't been requested yet
• [x] This is a single feature request (not multiple features)

Problem Statement

It would be great to allow users to customize the "thinking" status line messages that appear while Claude is processing (e.g., "Cogitating", "Ruminating", "Discombobulating").

Proposed Solution

A config option — perhaps in ~/.claude/settings.json — to provide a custom list of messages would let users personalize their experience with themed alternatives.

Example cat-themed set: "Foraging", "Yarn Ball Chasing", "Laser-Light Stalking", "Loafing", "Sun-beam Laying", "Napping in a Box"

Alternative Solutions

None. This is MISSION CRITICAL!!!!! 🥺

Priority

Critical - Blocking my work

Feature Category

CLI commands and flags

Use Case Example

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Additional Context

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