What are your feelings about eating meat?
Eating meat is a deeply personal choice, and for me, it carries a story I’ll never forget. I was waiting at a red light in India, watching the world pass by, when my eyes fell on a heartbreaking scene. Three tiny lambs, barely older than a few weeks, were huddled together by the roadside. They were trembling—fear palpable in their little bodies—but what struck me most was how they leaned into each other, seeking comfort in their togetherness. It was as if, even in their terror, they were determined to protect one another.
That image rooted itself in my mind. I couldn’t stop thinking about their innocence, their silent plea for life. It forced me to confront a reality I hadn’t given much thought to: the journey of the animals we consume. I wasn’t raised vegetarian, but from that moment on, my perception of meat shifted. It wasn’t just food on a plate anymore; it was a life, a story, and a presence that deserved acknowledgment.
This experience didn’t immediately turn me vegetarian, but it planted a seed of empathy that grew with time. Today, I approach my food choices with much more thought, leaning towards options that align with compassion and sustainability. It’s not just about what we eat but the ripple effect of those choices—on animals, the planet, and ourselves.
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