“All you have to do is say I’m vegan and all of a sudden you feel this wall going up.” We are thrilled to welcome one of the vegan pioneers of our time, Dr. Melanie Joy. Melanie is a Harvard-educated psychologist, celebrated speaker, and the author of seven books, including the bestselling Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows; Beyond Beliefs: A Guide to Improving Relationships and Communication Among Vegans, Vegetarians, and Meat Eaters; and the forthcoming How To End Injustice Everywhere. In today's episode, we tackle the often uncomfortable conversations around veganism. Melanie explains the psychology of carnism, shares strategies on maintaining communications with both vegans and meat-eaters,  and discusses the effects of trauma on vegan advocacy. Resources from this Episode: Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear CowsBeyond Beliefs: A Guide to Improving Relationships and Communication Among Vegans, Vegetarians, and Meat EatersHow To End Injustice EverywhereCEVA WebsiteCEVA Videos CEVA CoursesIf you want to connect with Dr. Melanie Joy, visit the following: Instagram: @beyondcarnism Instagram: @drmelaniejoy Facebook: Beyond Carnism Facebook: Melanie Joy PhD Website: Carnism.org Podcast: Just Beings  Join us July 23rd, 2023 for our LIVE meal prepping event. Get tickets HERE! (seating is limited) _____________________________________________________________ WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Have a question, suggestion or comment for the podcast? Fill out form here Plant Centered Nutrition Essential Resources: 1:1 Nutrition Coaching Free Plant-Based Masterclass “How to Go Plant-Based in 30 Days” Digital Course 100% Plant-Based One-Month Meal Plan