I think a part of us, including myself, has a slight fanaticism :-) and as I was reading, I felt a bit ashamed... I had several reasons for transitioning to a meat-free diet; firstly, meat was never really my cup of tea, and due to my life paths, I found myself involved with shelters and learned more about the living conditions of animals. At that point, it became certain that I wouldn't eat meat at all. I don't miss eggs, just like meat, only dairy products, especially cheeses since I've found suitable alternatives for the others, and I still struggle to give them up.
Fortunately, as I get older, I am becoming somewhat more patient, even with myself. I'm learning to accept who I am and that fighting with myself doesn't make much sense. I also know that when I want something, I get it. So, I know that one day I'll find the right way for myself to completely eliminate animal products, as their consumption doesn't align with how I wish the world would be.
As a doctor, especially one involved in internal disciplines, I had an idea of what might be right, although I must admit it was really quite superficial. This course helped me properly understand the principles. I've been battling laziness all my life, mainly in the areas of cooking, figuring out what I'll eat, and the actual preparation of food... this really bothers me during the day and takes time away from other, for me, more important activities, which surely showed in my assignments, and I'm aware of my shortcomings, just as I'm aware that this is a very foolish approach, because indeed, we are what we eat, and long-term neglect in this area is probably the most foolish thing a person can do... but I must praise myself because I've started to think a little more about what I eat during the day, because besides being a doctor, I have many activities and need to be not only healthy but also full of energy to manage everything effortlessly. And I'm convinced that this course will greatly help me on this journey.
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