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Addressing Vegan Myths with Advocacy

November 1 marks the celebration of World Vegan Day and the wrap-up of Vegan Awareness Month (October). This is just one of many national day celebrations throughout the year to promote a chosen diet or lifestyle when vegan myths are shared online. As someone who eats a plant-based diet, I always find these types of … Continue reading Addressing Vegan Myths with Advocacy

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4 Steps For Real Conversations When You Disagree

Twitter and social media, in general, can be a savage place for conversations and attacks. I've had several occasions where people will reference negativity and attacks online as a reason for not engaging - especially for Twitter. Discussions about online bullying have become more prominent during President Trump's term, which may be one of the … Continue reading 4 Steps For Real Conversations When You Disagree

Farmers aren’t evil. Now can we have a civil conversation?

I don't know about you, but I get pretty frustrated when trying to have a civil conversation, but can't wade through all of the mud that is being slung in the process. This happens a lot when trying to talk about food and farming online. These are emotional topics and each side of the table … Continue reading Farmers aren’t evil. Now can we have a civil conversation?