"Eating for me is how you proclaim your beliefs three times a day. That is why all religions have rules about eating. Three times a day I remind myself that I value life and do not want to cause pain to or kill other living beings. That is why I eat the way I do." -Natalie Portman
I am one 100% in this for the long run. But let me tell you it's the most difficult thing I have ever done. There are so many things that you wouldn't think of that include or are animal products. Like honey! You don't think when you're putting it in your tea that this is an animal byproduct. But yep, it is. And Hint of Lime Tostios chips, what! Those were my favorite! It's insane how much our community thinks it needs to rely on animal commodity in everything. But there are also many things that are vegan options that may be surprising. One of which is boxed pasta, the most important food in my opinion. Pasta is the most versitile yet satisfying food on this planet!(also a personal opinion) You can add anything to it and it will taste amayzing. Also vegan diets are becoming more popular overall so businesses are creating options that are more worth while than another salad with oil and vinegar. You can go to almost any restaurant and get something that will be vegan. I know this is a little cliche but it really does make you feel so much better. I have so much more energy now! It's like when you put glasses on and everything is suddenly vibrant and clear.  But, the main reason I am choosing to do this type of life style is because I don't believe that anything should have to die for my own selfish cravings when I know I can live perfectly fine without it. And I know that one person won't change an entire industry but asking as I am able to reduce my global footprint that's all that matters. The power of one. And with that I say that I will keep fighting this up hill battle and getting through the obsticles best as I can.