How to Go Vegan
So you're ready to level up your compassion! AWESOME 😎✨ Going vegan can feel like a daunting final boss fight, but fear not! I've got a few tips to get you started, plus links to complete tutorials from several epic vegan resources.
Newbies' Guide to Going Vegan
Here are are some hacks to help you evolve into your vegan form! Keep scrolling for a list of detailed how-to guides from trusted vegan masters across the web.
Start Small
Going vegan doesn't have to be a Spirit Bomb-sized change. Start by using up the animal products you already own, then begin buying vegan alternatives to replace them. Think about food, clothing, hygiene products, cosmetics, etc.
Good Food
Explore the delicious world of vegan food through vegan restaurants, cookbooks, and ready-made foods from the grocery store. There are tons of tasty plant-based alternatives for all your favorite dishes and many foods you already love are accidentally and naturally vegan!
Sidekicks
Keep your kitchen stocked with staples like fruit, veggies, mushrooms, beans, lentils, tofu, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. These will be your loyal companions, helping craft epic vegan meals and ensuring you don't fall back into the clutches of the dark side.
Go Beyond
Audit your wardrobe for animal products like leather, fur, or wool. There are tons of cruelty-free alternatives that look amazing. The same goes for hygiene and cleaning products – just swap out for cruelty-free, vegan brands. You can even replace carnist entertainment! For instance, visit animal sanctuaries or volunteer at animal shelters instead of patronizing zoos or aquariums.
Get Smart
Dive into books and documentaries to learn more about veganism and its benefits for animals, the planet, and your health! Top book recommendations: This is Vegan Propaganda by Ed Winters and Once Upon a Time We Ate Animals by Roanne van Voorst. Top documentary recommendations: Dominion, Cowspiracy, and What the Health. Think of it as training to gain wisdom points and unlock new vegan powers!
Party Up!
No need to go solo on this quest! Find your fellow vegan comrades virtually and in-person. There are online forums, social media groups, and real-life gatherings where you can connect with other plant-powered heroes. Level up your social life and compassion meter at the same time!
Strategy Guides
This strategy guide is aimed specifically at witches and wizards! Presented by The Protego Foundation, it covers the benefits of veganism for animals, the environment, and your health, and shows you how fun and easy it is to live vegan.
Veganuary is a global vegan challenge that takes place in January. But you can join and get the perks at any time! We're talking how-to guides, free celeb cookbooks, meal plans, and coaching emails to keep you on track.
The OG vegan group, everyone's vegan sensei, The Vegan Society literally coined the word "vegan" so you can bet their guides will provide you with everything you need to break free from carnism! They even have an app!
This guide not only covers information about the benefits for animals, the environment, and your health, it tackles less-talked-about aspects of veganism like skincare, fashion, entertainment, and how to deal with social pushback.
