3 Life-Changing Lessons I’ve learned Since Going Vegan

Welcome back to the podcast! It’s been a minute since I’ve recorded an episode. I’ve been taking a lot of time to reflect, be present, and live consciously. In doing that, I’ve realized there are three new things living a vegan lifestyle has taught me. These life changing lessons are as follows: how to live consciously and with intention, how to put structure around your goals, and how to arrive at selflessness. I unpack a lot in this episode and I truly hope you find it enlightening and helpful. As mentioned in this episode, if you’re looking to go vegan, here are some resources to help you get started. RECIPES: www.forksoverknives.com www.veganyackattack.com www.hotforfoodblog.com www.thecheaplazyvegan.com www.itdoesnttastelikechicken.com EDUCATION Documentaries: The following can all be found on Netflix and do not show any graphic content. What the Health Cowspiracy Forks over Knives The following documentaries can be found on Youtube Earthlings https://youtu.be/BrlBSuuy50Y This documentary does show graphic content. It shows you footage inside slaughter houses. It’s a real look at where your food comes from and how it’s produced. Dominion https://youtu.be/LQRAfJyEsko This documentary also shows graphic content. If you love animals and want to go vegan but need persuading, this film will help you. It’s narrated by vegan celebrities like, Joaquin Phoenix, Sia, and Kat Von D. Books: How not to Die The China Study Prevent & Reverse Heart Disease (by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr.) The Cheese Trap (by Dr. Neal Barnard, founding President of PCRM) Blue Zones (Dan Beutner) Clean Protein (by New York Times Bestseller Kathy Freston) PODCASTS The Exam Room (by The Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine) Heal Thy Self (by Dr. Christian Gonzalez) Nutrition Rounds (by Dr. Daniel Belardo) The Plant Proof Podcast (by physiotherapist and plant-based nutrition certified Simon Hill) The Rich Roll Podcast Online Reading www.NutritionFacts.org Support www.Challenge22.com This is an amazing resource for people wanting to try out a plant-based diet but are having hesitations for whatever reason. It’s also great for the newly vegan. They provide awesome recipes, personal guidance, and support from a network of other vegans and nutritionists. Continued education Plant based nutrition certification from ecornell. https://www.ecornell.com/certificates/nutrition/plant-based-nutrition/