Question:
I’ve been a strict vegetarian for three years and just turned vegan in December. Months prior to that, the only thing I ate from an animal was honey.
The reason I don’t like being around some “moral” vegans, vegetarians, is due to the immense differences we have. I dislike the fact that many vegs I’ve encountered tend to “show off” their veg*ism and attack others for not being what they are. That and their hypocrisy as well as their naivete.
I dislike veg*s who eat things that taste and look exactly like the “real” thing; tofu chicken fingers. By doing so, you’re stating that you actually miss the taste of animals, which isn’t right if you’re a veg for moral reasons. I’m not saying I wouldn’t eat tofu, I do in fact, but adding dozens of ingredients to your vegeburger just so it can taste like the “real deal” is just asinine.
I dislike how most think it’s merely a diet when in fact it’s a lifestyle. I’m not the strictest vegan in the world, but I try to be if and when I can. Everything I own is vegan, soaps, toothpastes, shampoos, shoes, clothes etc. And owning pure vegan things when you’re a vegan yourself seems extremely rare from what I encounter, even though it’s not expensive nor difficult.
I might come off as one of those stereotypical “peta vegans” but that’s not what I am. I’m pretty much against any person (vegan or not) that will break the law just to make a point,.
Sincerely,
The Continental Communist.
I stated or, gave an example of what I owned to show that I’m quite strict about my vegan-ism. What I meant about “showing off” is certain vegans who wear shirts that say “Hey, look at me, I’m a vegan!” or put certain bumper stickers on their cars stating the same, or even introducing themselves as “Hello, I’m __, and I’m a veg.”
Also, I agree that having a complete “dislike” for someone is quite harsh, so let me rephrase. I dislike the lifestyle and dietary habits of most vegans I have encountered. I would still befriend a vegan who had a different lifestyle and ate differently than me, it would wrong not to just because of that.
I have no problem with vegetarians or vegans as a person, but if you call yourself a veg* and boast about yourself and your diet, while taking out a leather wallet to pay for a meal. I would have some dislike for you.
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