Humans are social creatures, and the people we spend time with have an immense impact on shaping who we are and what we do. It is always a bit of a shock to see someone swimming against the current, and with meat consumption steadily rising since my parents were born and all the media coverage and traditions that have been built around its consumption, eating plants can be a bit of a spectacle in many circles.
Were I not as stubborn as I am, things might have gone another direction, cause at times, the peer pressure to fall back in line was overwhelming.
Most of my friends were supportive of my decision to cut out meat and dairy. Some were even helpful and would double and triple check that the restaurant we were going to would have some plant-based options available.
