Why I am not a vegan

[Diana]

I would love a little love here.

I have all the respect in the world for the intention and path of vegetarians, I seriously have no issues at all with it and I support it for whomever feels it is most appropriate for them. This whole discussion from my side has never been about "meat-eating vs vegetarianism" although I know that is the focus of the thread, it has been about acceptance of different paths. I can see clearly that my path will never be "accepted" in this thread and I will continue to be accused of murder, but that doesn't mean I think the same towards vegetarians. I have only ever used the "plants are sentient" example as a way to establish an equality of ideas but there is no equality of ideas, there is emotions and dogma.

I praise your love, compassion and choices to eat what feels most appropriate to you, I do not praise the attacks upon my character. (Which I know you, personally are not doing, but I am speaking generally, of course...)

Thank you for your understanding.

Meat-eating vs. vegetarianism" has unfortunately become the focus of this thread. For me, it's about doing the least harm, and trying to flush out how best to do that. There is a lot of emotion around this subject, which is the biggest reason, in my opinion, to persevere.

I admit to not being above pushing buttons at times, which may be interpreted as controlling or even doing harm. I have admitted repeatedly that I don't consider myself very evolved in the scheme of things, but I endeavor to evolve. Interacting here (in general) is a good way to stretch limits and forge ahead.

As everything—in my mind—is equal, so are all ideas. It is the context and intention and focus that bring about shades and nuances of effectiveness, understanding, and awareness of a particular idea.

I hope you and others who feel their characters are being questioned can hang in here, and continue to evolve and explore these ideas. If there is any truth to the idea of wanderers, or light-workers, or souls here to help shift things by being the light and letting it flow out and spread, then an opportunity exists for work to be done right here, where the very souls who are here to accomplish these things are gathered.