Emotional & Social Roots of Eating Green

Join me, Anita Pope Burroughs — Vegan Lady Extraordinair — in this solo deep dive into the emotional and social roots of eating green. I explore how our upbringing, the people around us, and our emotional landscape all intersect to influence the way we nourish our bodies and our planet.In this episode you’ll hear:How early memories and family food traditions planted seeds for a green lifestyle.The role of community, friendships and social norms in shaping plant‑forward decisions.Why emotions—like guilt, belonging, hope and even rebellion—can be powerful motivators (or roadblocks) when it comes to eating green.Practical reflections to help you recognise your own emotional & social triggers around food, and how you can shift them in service of a kinder, more sustainable relationship with eating.Whether you’re newly curious about a plant‑based path, or you’re already living green and want to deepen your “why,” this episode offers both heart and insight. Let’s uncover the roots, reclaim your power, and grow your green lifestyle from the inside out.