Reflection v. Action
When I started this blog and recipe site, my main motivation was to show others that you can eat a healthy, whole food, vegan diet and still have amazing foods with big + bold flavors. This seemed like a noble initiative at the time – yes I started only 6 months ago, but it seems much longer. If I could convince one person at a time to try and incorporate a vegan meal once a week = We All Win!?!?!? Now I’m not so sure this is enough……
With my website and social media accounts, I have gained access into a lot of information, groups, discussions and yes, awful videos. While I watched a number of documentaries in the past related to the commercialization of animal farming and all the horrific things that are part of the meat and dairy industry, some things I have seen lately have really made me reflect. Is my original goal enough? Should I be more active and forceful in my commentary, actions and tone as it relates to eating meat? How can I NOT say something about all the abuses that go on with regards to helpless animals each and every day. How can I gain traction, traffic and a large enough audience to really make a difference? Based on my discussions with family and friends, it seems nobody wants to listen or care, so is an audience of like minded people making a difference? WOW, where did all that come from????
So, I don’t have all the answers at this point. I still need time to reflect and think about certain things. What I am more motivated about than ever is helping people really understand how a vegan diet can make a positive impact on their own lives. Focus on that and let all the other things take shape as I go forward. Share Great Food, Great Recipes, Great Health, Great Motivation and hopefully lend support to those who know they need to do something different or want to affect change, but don’t know where to start.
If that is you or if you know someone who needs support, motivation or simply a place to start, PLEASE send them to The Average Vegan Dad!!!!! I have been there and I have helped others and I would like to help you. I will show you how to easily create great food with Big +Bold flavors, lend the support and motivation you need along the way and I promise I will quickly get right to the recipes! Let’s do this together – Here we go!!!!!!!
