Yesterday I was asked to write the three things that matter most in my life now and to give the reasons why. Heres what I wrote: 1. To lead as harmless a life as possible. To this end I have taken up a vegan lifestyle where I dont eat, drink and use any animal product including ones tested on animals and entertainment involving them. A harmless life leads to the welfare and happiness of all living beings including myself. 2. The corollary of item 1 is to help all other living beings both human and non-human as much as possible. Working in a nursing home, I encounter the pain and suffering of sickness and dying every day. Such suffering is universal and is not confined to to the old, sick or injured or to humans only. Although they cannot talk to us in our language animals suffer just as much if not more especially from institutionalized cruelty in animal farming. I therefore also actively advocate for the rights of animals and their welfare. 3. To be as healthy as possible so that I can continue my mission of helping humans and non-humans. Evidence-based nutritional studies consistently show the deleterious effects on human health from consuming meat, eggs and diary and this is another reason why my food is all plant-based consisting of grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits and vegetables. I also lead a healthy and active lifestyle including regular cycling, getting sufficient rest and sleep, meditation, contemplation and adventure travel.
Posted on: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 05:09:08 +0000
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