As you may know, April 25th of 2012 will be my veg-i-versary. I'll be having a very large post about vegetarianism then, but I wanted to give you a little preview. Why? Because I want you to celebrate my day with me by having a Save-a-Life Saturday (not eating meat).
1. It fuels my lifestyle. As a runner, yogi, rock-climber and hiker I'm constantly looking for energy-packed foods and meals. With some many unhealthy options available, it's important to take control of your diet by choosing the foods that are best for you and your body. Among those foods are fruits and vegetables. Although I don't eat completely raw or paleo, I try to eat little processed foods and focus on healthy grains, plant-based proteins, fruits and vegetables. Think about it - big juicy carrot dramatically outweighs the benefits of a big juicy burger!
2. I can eat without regrets. Before I became veg, I always felt a tug at my heartstrings when I took a bite of something that used to have a living, breathing heart. Pigs are in the top 10 smartest animals on the Earth, among rats, crows, elephants, dolphins and - coming in first - chimpanzees. It sickens me that half of American dog owners buy their companion animals Christmas gifts, while millions of farm animals are suffering throughout the nation. Even though I didn't harm the animal, I would be supporting an industry that finds nothing wrong with treating sentient beings like trash, or machinery. There was no way that I would live with myself becoming a part of that mindset.
3. I can inspire others. Although sometimes it's hard to stand up for your beliefs, I always remember why I became vegetarian in the first place. Sometimes I feel lonely when everyone else in the cafeteria is munching on a hot dog, when I've got a salad.
Luckily, my awesome friends and family support my decision and have even thought about their choices of food. I've inspired my friend's mom to stop wearing down, my dad to stop eating pork and now I'm even working on my whole family become vegetarian. Just remember, when it comes to educating others, to never make somebody downright ashamed. Instead, share yummy vegetarian meals, recipes, tips and ideas to show them a whole new world of eating.
4. I can live happier and healthier. These days, I feel healthier and happier than I've ever been. I feel stronger and more energized, and in a way, more connected with nature and animals. I see no difference between my dogs and my cats in my family, the squirrels running outside, and the farm animals that I no longer eat. Animals are simply just like us, species that depend on others and deserve respect and compassion. I have big dreams for saving animals and I hope that my awesome readers will be with me every step of the way. You can follow my journey at ProjectforPaws.blogspot.com.So I ask you, share the hashtag,
#ProudtobeVeg on April 25th to help celebrate becoming vegetarian.
Be a friend to animals!
1. It fuels my lifestyle. As a runner, yogi, rock-climber and hiker I'm constantly looking for energy-packed foods and meals. With some many unhealthy options available, it's important to take control of your diet by choosing the foods that are best for you and your body. Among those foods are fruits and vegetables. Although I don't eat completely raw or paleo, I try to eat little processed foods and focus on healthy grains, plant-based proteins, fruits and vegetables. Think about it - big juicy carrot dramatically outweighs the benefits of a big juicy burger!2. I can eat without regrets. Before I became veg, I always felt a tug at my heartstrings when I took a bite of something that used to have a living, breathing heart. Pigs are in the top 10 smartest animals on the Earth, among rats, crows, elephants, dolphins and - coming in first - chimpanzees. It sickens me that half of American dog owners buy their companion animals Christmas gifts, while millions of farm animals are suffering throughout the nation. Even though I didn't harm the animal, I would be supporting an industry that finds nothing wrong with treating sentient beings like trash, or machinery. There was no way that I would live with myself becoming a part of that mindset.
3. I can inspire others. Although sometimes it's hard to stand up for your beliefs, I always remember why I became vegetarian in the first place. Sometimes I feel lonely when everyone else in the cafeteria is munching on a hot dog, when I've got a salad.Luckily, my awesome friends and family support my decision and have even thought about their choices of food. I've inspired my friend's mom to stop wearing down, my dad to stop eating pork and now I'm even working on my whole family become vegetarian. Just remember, when it comes to educating others, to never make somebody downright ashamed. Instead, share yummy vegetarian meals, recipes, tips and ideas to show them a whole new world of eating.
4. I can live happier and healthier. These days, I feel healthier and happier than I've ever been. I feel stronger and more energized, and in a way, more connected with nature and animals. I see no difference between my dogs and my cats in my family, the squirrels running outside, and the farm animals that I no longer eat. Animals are simply just like us, species that depend on others and deserve respect and compassion. I have big dreams for saving animals and I hope that my awesome readers will be with me every step of the way. You can follow my journey at ProjectforPaws.blogspot.com.So I ask you, share the hashtag,
#ProudtobeVeg on April 25th to help celebrate becoming vegetarian.
Be a friend to animals!
