New Year, New Lifestyle: Embrace the Vegetarian Journey!
- Shanthi Mariappan
- Jan 23, 2024
- 3 min read
As we step into 2024, New Year’s resolutions are buzzing with promises of self-improvement. Forbes lays out the top five resolutions for the year, covering fitness, finances, mental health, weight loss, and improved diet. But what if we told you that focusing on just one resolution could unlock the benefits of all five?
If you guessed the fifth resolution, “Improved Diet,” congratulations! You’ve uncovered the gateway to a holistic transformation. Let’s dive into a lifestyle change beyond diet – enjoying a meatless, vegetarian meal.
Let me share a story about my childhood friend, Nita. Back in the day, she had a hen as a companion. We played, chased, and laughed together. However, that same hen would later end up at the dinner table during festivals. The experience was jarring – how could we feast on a creature that was once part of our playful adventures? Nita made a conscious decision that day to bid farewell to eating chicken, a choice she sticks to even now.
Reflecting on Nita’s journey, the key driver was a robust “WHY?” – a compelling reason for her transformation.
Becoming a vegetarian is a personal journey, and your ‘why’ is the driving force on this path.
Why Choose Vegetarianism?
Health Benefits:
Delve into the world of health benefits associated with a vegetarian diet – reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved weight management, and a boost in essential nutrient intake.
Environmental Impact:
Discover how adopting a vegetarian lifestyle contributes to a healthier planet. Lower carbon footprints, resource conservation, and climate change mitigation are perks.
Allergic Resolutions:
For those with meat allergies, exploring vegetarian or vegan alternatives can be a game-changer for overall well-being.
Ethical Considerations:
Suppose you’re an animal lover concerned about animal welfare and the environmental impact of farming in a factory. In that case, the vegetarian path aligns with your values, just like it did for Nita.
Ready to plunge into a meatless meal once or twice a week? Explore vegetarian options here!
Embarking on a journey to enhance your eating habits as part of a New Year’s resolution? Follow these steps:
Start with a Substantial WHY.
PLAN with SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound).
Prepare recipes and meal ideas ahead of time.
Execute your plan.
Re-evaluate weekly or monthly, twice.
Achieve your GOAL.
Stay tuned for our upcoming blog series, where we’ll delve into:
Vegetarian Lifestyle Tips
Recipes and Meal Ideas
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Let’s make 2024 the year of positive, mindful choices!
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I am Shanthi, and I have been in the IT industry for 18+ years. I was looking for a platform to share my knowledge with other female friends and learn from other girls, then I found Her Nexx Chapter. America is a land of opportunity, even though I had a lot of bumps in my career journey. I’m the Founder of the Stayfit4Health platform which constantly motivates and encourages female friends in their workouts and leverages the energy within each one of us. I help to translate your soft skills into leadership skills wearing a leadership lens, and I’m open to conducting mock interviews. My hobbies are cooking, running (half-marathon runner), cycling, swimming, hiking, and reading. I have climbed the Himalayas twice (Bakariya top and Mali pass).
