How to be a SOCIAL VEGAN (handling social situations part 1)

[@CheapLazyVegan]

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[@septembersomersault]

"Most vegans are afraid of saying that they're vegan, rather than shout it out to everybody" GIRL. YES. PREACH. SING IT LOUDER.

[@lutheranninja1819]

I find it so interesting how omnivores say “vegans never shut up about being vegan” but literally any time I put mock meat in my shopping cart someone in line comments negatively about it

[@InvertedSeal]

Hahaha. That kind of hypocrisy is funny at best!

[@michellem.8949]

Lutheran Ninja strangers commenting negative about ur mock meat? Weirdos lol.

[@CheapLazyVegan]

yup it's actually not the vegans that never shutup ! haha

[@msjkramey]

I buy tofu and vegan stuff all the time. No one has ever said anything. Where do you shop? Lol

[@ilooli]

Wow. I’m stopping feeling sorry for myself from now own. At least strangers don’t bully me because of my food choices.

[@potatosalad3832]

First I need a video on how to socialise in general 🙃

[@J4WESOME]

Me too hahaha

[@anntecz]

Hahaha sameeee 😂

[@Kimiblues]

Yup me too😂

[@paulinefollett3099]

I'd like that too.

[@daveangels]

agreed, what is this social she's talking about?😉

[@TheBerkeleyBeauty]

I never understood why people care so much about what other people DON’T eat. No one bats and eye when you tell them you’re allergic to gluten or other types of foods. No one would think twice if you told them you have high blood pressure and have to stay away from salt, but when people find out you’re vegan, all of a sudden there’s an issue. Personally, I don’t think they have a problem with you being vegan, I think they’re grappling with themselves on why they’re not.🙄

[@fernandamrubio6287]

TheVeganBerkeleyBeauty Preach🙌

[@Roromiyo]

TheVeganBerkeleyBeauty I think it’s because veganism is a choice. Whereas diets concerning allergies, diabetes, high BP, etc aren’t.

[@amalayache]

exactly!!!! as a matter of fact, sometiiiiimes when they insist on why and how and start with all that protein blah blah, etc.. I actually say that I'm following a vegan diet because my doctor asked me to do so for health reasons, and they immediately shut up! not my proudest moment, but sometimes enough is enough! argh! 🤷🏻

[@googleyoutube3944]

yeppppp

[@lesliesaraiva7270]

I couldn't agree more.

[@alexandracamacho3523]

I've never like cake and always politely refused cake at birthday parties and it was never a thing no one batted an eye. Now that I'm vegan everyone acts like their sad and depressed that I don't eat the cake...

[@miriamschiro1773]

Alexandra Camacho ... lol I believe that, crazy right? That’s how you know they just nitpicking at ya just because you vegan 🙅🏽‍♀️

[@miriamschiro1773]

I say like “O hang up the drama guys 🤦🏽‍♀️ you didn’t care before when I wasn’t a vegan why act like you care now that I’m vegan 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@rn2787]

I have always hated bacon and eggs. I can't even count how many times people say "but bacon though" they can't grasp the fact that I always hated it.

[@miriamschiro1773]

@Robyn Nishihara ... 😂😂😂 But stupids tho right? 😂😂

[@msjkramey]

@@rn2787 that is kind of odd not to like bacon at all tho lol. Still, to each their own

[@lizverde4309]

My sister invited me to lunch. She said she's making lunch, so I reminded her that I follow a vegan diet. She says that she's making tuna. I advised her i don't eat animal flesh, she then states that she'll make egg salad for everyone. I love her dearly, but... I told her I'll bring my own food. I've been vegan for over 15 years, you think she'd grasp the concept by now. I brought plenty to share and they thought the guacamole was amazing.

[@veganryori]

Liz Verde "oh yeah it's ok, I got wafer thin ham for you" ...Uhh... 😅 #family 😂

[@sylviagalvan9383]

Or they say you can't even eat fish too that's vegan too lol 😑😑

[@BellRumFreak]

@@sylviagalvan9383 I get "yea you're vegan but why don't you at least eat fish!?" 😑

[@deebedwell580]

Liz Verde: That is - EXACTLY - the problem with having people prepare food for you. Even when they mean well, many still do not seem to understand that fish, turkey, eggs, milk, and pork are all animal products. Many do not understand the concept of cross-contamination, either. Part of this can be attributed to other “vegans/vegetarians”, though - namely the “lacto-ovo-pesco-pollo-porcus-bovine vegans!” They’re the folks who say that they are vegan or vegetarian, but then eat one or some of the aforementioned products. So, if Susie knows that Bill is a veggie, and Bill eats turkey - since you are a veggie, then you must also eat turkey.

[@180chrissi]

My Grandma is so cute and really tries her best but once in a while she still invites me over to have fish with them 😅 And my Grandpa still doesn't get it... last time I was with my Grandparents, he tried to convince me to take the leftover meatballs home with me 😂

[@SoundAuthor]

I'm hardly *ever* asked why I'm vegan. You know why. We all know why.

[@msjkramey]

Why are you vegan? I only eat animal products / meat a few times a week for environmental reasons

[@winterznight6597]

@@msjkramey Because we don't want animals to suffer and be slaughtered for out taste buds. Watch Cowspiracy, Earthlings etc and you'll understand.

[@msjkramey]

@@winterznight6597 I did watch earthlings and I was bored out of my mind. Didnt finish it

[@savannahkrupa4424]

@@msjkramey why were you bored? So many animals were suffering....?

[@msjkramey]

@@savannahkrupa4424 when you get overstimulated, everything just feels like white noise and you turn your brain off. It was both super stale statistics and too much stimulation

[@paulinefollett3099]

Some vital information here Rose. I find the best thing to do is to set the example. If people see you are doing well being vegan then they may follow or adapt their lifestyle. I have inspired my sister to eat mainly vegan although she still eats some dairy. I am so proud of her. My family respect my decision so I am very fortunate.

[@emalinel]

Very much agree. I'm like 90% vegan in my meals and my very carnivorous family has now been eating more vegan meals with me! :)

[@DanicaB]

Same thing for me, I was doing so well following my vegan diet that my sister got interested and now she is vegetarian trying her best to transition into being vegan !!

[@TheRealHumanPodcast]

When I speak anything vegan...the response is almost always "bacon".

[@InvertedSeal]

I think Tofurky makes an imitation bacon that tastes so accurate to the real thing you would never know the difference! Maybe try recommending that as the response?

[@ezridelafuente1181]

I’ve never thought bacon was that good, even before I was vegan, so I broke that news to my friends pretty early on lol “You’re a monster,” “how can you hate it, it goes with EVERYTHING.” I think that’s literally the craziest thing about veganism that they can’t understand.

[@iamalexandra.]

Bacon is so disgusting, even the smell of it! How do people like that?! 😷

[@InvertedSeal]

Right? I remember growing up whenever my parents (especially my father, how typical :P) would stench the entire place with bacon. The amount of grease that is yielded as a result of cooking it is cringe-worthy.

[@iamalexandra.]

@@InvertedSeal For real! I'm glad that growing up my mother never bought bacon, not even once. On the other hand, now she's decided to be an idiot and eat it from time to time. Do you ever feel like your parents sometimes do things just because you went vegan, or is it just me?

[@ashley9763]

I really struggled with the explanation of why I was vegan at first. I'd be like "oh for my health..." because for some reason I thought it would make people uncomfortable to mention the animal aspect? but now i just say ethical reasons and everyone is generally really nice, I think I was just afraid of making others uncomfortable haha!

[@melizzard6736]

I actually nerver started a discussion about veganism haha It's always the others who start rambling on me and babbeling about their "opinion" or so called "facts" against veganism 😣😒 But I'm vegan for nearly 2 years now and I start to just ignore and sort out people who want to discuss because they think they're super smart and know everything about nutrition etc. or get rid of their hate for veganism on me. Other than that I'm always open to explain the 'why' and clear out any questions if someone's really interested and don't just wants to bother or shit on me haha Don't give up my vegan friends. Stand up for your thing (it's a good and important one) 🙆🏻🖤

[@SoundAuthor]

Same. I hardly ever bring it up. It's usually always carnies who probe that topic the most.

[@InvertedSeal]

Ditto. It's usually someone else that asks away! Oh the irony...

[@SoundAuthor]

Of course, if you say *anything* you feel strongly about, prepare to be accused of being the "preachy vegan" in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...

[@niwaleaf]

I love the idea of offering to get the cake. Then you could tell everyone after they say it’s so good that it’s vegan. 😂

[@InvertedSeal]

Right? I think it's genius. I have personally made many vegan cakes free of gluten and sugar (most of them raw too) to many friends, family and co-workers and the interesting comments I always would hear is: - "Wow, this is vegan?" - "Seriously? This has no sugar, but tastes sweet!?" - "Man, you make veganism look so damn good..." - "I almost want to go vegan whenever I try some of your things." It's a genius marketing strategy for plant based diets. :)

[@niwaleaf]

InvertedSeal I love that! I’ll definitely look into raw vegan cakes that sounds amazing!

[@InvertedSeal]

minimalistbaker.com/7-ingredient-vegan-cheesecakes/ That's the recipe I used. You can easily replace the blueberries with any fruit of your choice. I have also replaced the coconut milk with pureed fruit and added a little bit more melted coconut oil to make a whole multitude of fruit variations. Just to name a few I have made strawberry, mango, blueberry, pumpkin spice, etc. Have fun!

[@michellem.8949]

NiwaLeaf the only thing that sucks if they are "allergic" to soy, almond or coconut. But don't think they're allergic to dairy? Lol. But imo...before u eat something, if ur allergic u should ask if it has this or that in it right?

[@fluffymarshmallow7074]

"So don't bring a freaking salad. OK?" I thought that was hilarious :D

[@CheapLazyVegan]

SO TRUE THOUGH LOLOL

[@Amyjwashere]

my why: my inflammation went down drastically and i felt better after just a couple weeks of being vegetarian. i'm slowly replacing my milk products, so hopefully in a few months i'll be fully vegan!!

[@BellRumFreak]

Yes girl! Same! Wishing you the best on your journey 🖤

[@TheCherrybomb58]

Good luck! I had a slow transition myself. 8 months of slowly working towards veganhood and then when I was ready, I went for it. I've been fully vegan a little more than a year now and am so happy every time I see someone making the transition. 💚💚💚💚

[@JohannaZee]

A very long time ago the actress Anne Heche said it was hilarious that you found people much more accepting of her lesbianism than her veganism. I guess because most people figure you're not going to try to convince them to be gay, but they're afraid that you might try to convince them to be vegan. I don't know, but I'll never forget that she felt that it was strange how people reacted.

[@22lolo]

Not consuming products from tortured animals makes people uncomfortable. It makes them uncomfortable because it’s in their face that someone is making ethical decisions that they are not. They no longer have an excuse, as someone has shown them it’s possible.

[@MomoIsMyHero]

I have a hard time with the jokes, but I don't think it's because I'm not confident in my "why". It's mostly because I've been hearing the exact same jokes for over 9 years... like come on ppl at least get some new material!!

[@CheapLazyVegan]

ahaha yeah it can really get annoying hearing the same "jokes" over and over again!

[@JohannaZee]

I found it much more difficult to try to sit there and listen to even a good friend of mine explain to me how his research has shown that eating meat is good for you excetera excetera. This was quite a dilemma. My fiance and I explained to him that very often This research is also done by the same people who produce the meat, eggs, and Dairy. Often the research about veganism isn't done by vegans.

[@iamalexandra.]

Tbh, a lot of unwanted conversations could be prevented if people just stopped talking about veganism as if it were a diet - it's not. We eat plant-based, but *being* vegan is a lifestyle and we do it for the animals.

[@AtheistEve]

I’ve become so fed up of having no vegan options in my town that I’ve volunteered to bake cakes and quiches for my local community café so there’s at least one place I can get coffee & cake. They’re happy to have people volunteer like that.

[@doconnell565]

Talking to colleagues is both easy and pretty unimportant at my work. First day, you're asked what your dietary preference is and any food ordered(which is every day) is provided for your preferences. Vegan, Vegetarian, paleo, whatever. Never really have to talk about it but its open and accepted...which I think is the best situation. No reason to make it a thing.

[@lutheranninja1819]

doconnell565 I’m so happy that you found a place to work that is so accepting of your preferences. Unfortunately, most of us do not have that kind of support

[@BallinBunBun]

wow. sounds like the most respectful, inclusive place dietary wise! my workplace just orders whatever the bosses like best, and anyone (usually only me) who can't have it just has to bring their own food.

[@rhiand3]

I love every bit of your advice!! At birthday parties, I bring myself and kids the So Delicious ice cream!! We do not miss having the cake. Haha. It's been a year since we went plantbased and no one remembers...people act like we are on a diet..."are ya'll still vegan?" YEP FOREVER. We take all our own food. I find out what they're making and bring a yummy vegan version, then share! AGREE

[@PegM]

I don’t understand people’s fascination with what others put in their mouths! I don’t care what you eat, why do you care so much what I eat??? People always ask me why I don’t eat oil. After so many times of people not accepting my excuses, I just blurt out the truth. It gives me really bad diarrhea. Shuts them up real fast :)

[@InvertedSeal]

AHAHAAHAHA! That's a funny response! It is true though, a lot of oils can be used as an excellent laxative! :P

[@lavingshadow345]

When people ask me why I do/don't something my answer is always "because I don't want to" or "because I want to" people learn fast that I don't feel the need to explain myself and my life choices to them.

[@nicholasdu4719]

I love how you say firmly ethical reasons. Graceful and strong.

[@mimishimaineko1173]

Values aside, my taste buds have changed--vegan food just tastes better! That would be my response: "I eat what I like".

[@izzyGO52]

But if you say that they might be like, "yeh, and I like animals... To eat 😈" and them you'll be like "nnnooooooooo" yaknow wut m sayin bruh?

[@Monai3ficent]

izzyGO52 Did you just have a stroke?

[@radicalequalist2947]

First comment! Going to seize this opportunity to tell you how great of an influencer you are for this movement, please keep making great content!

[@sarahbear5406]

Omg the cake thing. I love cake! I got it from my mom cuz she loves cake too. So for her birthday I didn’t want to miss out on eating cake so I offered to make her cake for her. I had made cupcakes at my birthday that she loved so I adapted that into a cake and she loved it! Now it’s her favorite cake! Vegan win for sure!

[@zwinkyecstasy]

Thanks for the video Rose. I always tell people it's for both ethical and health reasons.

[@SS-dn8mt]

Wow I really needed this video lol. THANK YOU!!!

[@CheapLazyVegan]

so glad it helped ! thanks for watching xoxo

[@karlagregory6253]

I’ve been vegan for 10 years and this was a wonderfully informative video! Thank you so much for the amazing tips! I can’t wait for part 2!

[@pardomdrx3968]

Just preach with example! Live healthy and look healthy I have been vegan for 3 years now, and proteins and health questions stopped when I started lifting weights

[@AlwaysEatingDeath]

This is so helpful, I'm so worried about telling coworkers or even employees that I'm vegan. It makes it difficult to be spontaneous when going out for food, especially when going out in new areas. But like you said it should be something easy to bring up when it comes up

[@asianangel5400]

I'm vegetarian and trying to choose to be more vegan friendly. I chose this lifestyle simply because of health situations. I've been vegetarian for 13 years now. To be vegan has been a bit more difficult. I'm confident and educated, but easier said than done. I think in Korea it would be hard for me to be vegan, but I know they are trying to be more aware of food choices. Thanks for sharing. People are generally kind towards me, but sometimes iits tough in social situations.

[@molly4495]

Great tips, Rose. I've handled so many social situations as a vegan and things are only a big deal if you make them a big deal. I've attended 5 weddings as a vegan so far and I've brought my own food to two of them and no one even batted an eye. I'm always super grateful when people think of me and my food restrictions but I don't expect them to. I always bring a dish to share when I go parties or friends' houses for dinner and I don't think anyone has been offended. At holidays I do most of the cooking and then I get to control at least part of the menu.

[@adiamondintheraw]

Great pointers, Rose! Recently, my friend invited me to her family BBQ. She knows I am vegan but I always just like to blend in around people who don't know, so I ate beforehand and filled up on some great vegan grub at my favorite restaurant. That way, when I got there, I could just drink alcohol, mingle, and have a great time without being singled out or for making everyone else feel bad or awkward for eating animal products.

[@michellem.8949]

I'm glad I watched this video. I'm working on being less annoyed with people who talk a lot of nonsense when they find out I'm vegan lol

[@CheapLazyVegan]

haha it takes time! :)

[@GRoth124]

I always bring food to parties so i know i have something to eat and what's surprising is that it ends up that my item is what is finished first. I make a bomb chili. I have more issues with food allergies so i'm already asking people what's in food items because of that rather than being vegan. You do feel like you're a pain in the ass but bringing your own stuff is definitely helpful. Building confidence in your lifestyle choice is I think one of the hardest things to do because some people are completely ignorant.

[@Maritza788]

Hi I’m a fairly new vegan, in a family of all omnivores, with no vegan friends. I love watching your videos it has helped me not stress out about food. Now with this video I see that I’m not alone with how people react when I say I’m vegan. Thank you for all the great videos.

[@rn2787]

How do you handle it when people eat all the vegan food you bring before you get to it? Every single time I buy, order, or make food for a function it's gone in seconds. I am flattered by it, but I am usually left hungry 😂😭

[@veganryori]

Robyn Nishihara pretty sure murder is justified in that one instance in life 😂😂😂 my tip: my bag is always full of food. It's a vegan thing for sure 👍😄

[@rn2787]

Or I could start bringing bad food 😆.

[@VeganLiving247]

Make sure to take a big scoop of it as soon as you put it down! Haha

[@hysterical-queer]

Thiisss omg I was at a wedding last weekend and there was me and one other vegan. Someone was nice enough to bring vegan sandwiches, vegan potato salad etc. That's all I could eat while the omnis had everything else. They ate all of the vegan food and left basically none for me and the other vegan. I ate bread and fruit for three days and it was miserable. The best was people asking me why I'm not eating lol 'because you ate all of the only food I could eat'

[@rn2787]

@@hysterical-queer 😥

[@christinewallin7848]

Why even engage with "downer" people? When people try laying their thoughts (usually in dispute fashion) on me in social situations, I just listen, offer a few "hmmmm.... " which basically is the bases of not engaging, finally they burn out and run out of gas with their attempts to change my mind! I don't tell them they're wrong as a means of justifying my beliefs but do work toward gracefully move on. If they're rude enough to persist then they're going to make an ass of themselves!

[@tricksykenbbit]

On the topic of dealing with friends and family with a negative view/response of veganism: I have lunch with the "family" most Sundays, and when I was newly vegan I got a lot of negative push back from the person who normally cooks the meals. Over time, coming to lunch prepared to make my own version of that week's meal if the supplies are provided, and being polite about it and not expecting them to help or eat what I'm eating, it's become a lot easier for everyone involved. The usual chef is far calmer and more accepting of it, and I think it's because I gave them the time to adjust while being polite, respectful, and grateful of them providing supplies for me to make a meal. Now, it's mostly a non-issue. I don't expect anyone to convert or anything (though one person is more open than the others because of how aware they are of the environmental issues associated with animal products) but it's become an easy thing to go to a meal I used to be afraid of being rejected at. As long as you're polite, respectful, patient, and willing to put a little more work into making your own meals, I'd say most people will easily come to accept it over time. In any case, being vegan is a choice I'm glad I made, and I think my certainty around my choice makes it easier for others to just accept that this isn't a phase they can change or influence.

[@katandann]

Love your videos. So happy people like you exist and that you share with the rest of us

[@kalliope5728]

My Family couldnt understand it at first and wanted me to turn byck to normal, but after a few weeks when we met up (i live alone) my mum started buy me my vegan chocolate and when we were out in town they only wanted to eat where they also serve vegan options so i could eat with them, which was really cute of them. They dont understand it but respect it

[@kimander]

This is soooo goooooooddd!!! The social side of things has to be the hardest part, or only hard part, about veganism. More vids and tips on this pls!!!

[@CheapLazyVegan]

definitely true ! thanks for watching xoxo

[@Dubfx316]

I like the pretend your letting a child win a game analogy because that’s how I felt the other night when I went out with some old coworkers. Didn’t help that we had to go to a BBQ restaurant and I basically got torn a new one. But I stayed my ground and just tried make humor out of it also by offering them bites of my veggie burger.

[@naz.ghouled]

Can’t wait for part 2. My close friends ask me where I want to eat that has options for me since I like to research ahead of time. I have a lot of friends that work in the restaurants around the area and after talking to them they have vegan options now.

[@emmablatt381]

I love this! It’s so helpful!! i’m just transitioning now and don’t know how to start bringing it up with people, especially those that i’m close to.

[@TheCherrybomb58]

I've been vegan for a year and I'm still not great with it. Good luck on your journey!

[@Kochopia]

Something I noticed that my coworker tends to have issues with is "Oh! I made you this pasta dish/cornbread/blahblahblah" and after she looks at the box, there is either lard or whey or something the family member didn't even realize was an animal product. It wouldn't be too much of a problem, but she's been vegetarian for so long that she'll get really sick if she eats it.

[@nothayleyyy]

My 5th day being vegan after 4 years being vegetarian 😊 your videos have helped me plan my meals out and honestly im already dealing with social issues regarding my change to veganism. But i can already feel a difference in my body and mind and am feeling so good since ive transitioned! Thank you for making it easy n helping a girl out. We gotta save the babies 🐷

[@jessicagold444]

I've been vegan for about 3 years now, for some reason I needed this video tho, some parts are still so relatable like restaurants or people around not understanding or accepting like my bro always making jokes! Thanks for the vid🌱🙌

[@jassl6949]

Very good video! I like your confident response, Rose! I'm going to answer more confidently from now on instead of defending myself

[@vonneblazier814]

If you refuse the cake cuz your diabetic they still act hurt and make you feel bad about it.

[@wadafik]

Glad your first example is about being offered a piece of cake. My birthday is coming soon and I just know my office will surprise me with a cake soon lol.

[@mr.whitepants7660]

Omg Rose that was so useful you have no idea

[@CheapLazyVegan]

so glad! :)

[@mr.whitepants7660]

💓💓💓

[@trsheiri5832]

i love these! very spot on and informational. im not a vegan yet, but transitioning to! im currently a flexitarian, i only eat food with animal products when I'm outside, in some other people's house, with family or have no option. 😊 it's kinda difficult to go all the way vegan in PH especially when you're not in a province lol. but i just enjoy the process. we're going there! 😊

[@GrilledTofu]

Awkward vegan checking in

[@FruityHachi]

about birthday cakes - i feel that if it's your family member's birthday, i expected that they'd want you to feel more included and make or order a vegan cake instead of omnivorous, since omnivores can enjoy vegan cakes too (and you can make vegan version of their favorite cake), it's only vegans that cannot enjoy omnivorous cakes i felt excluded when i found out that my family don't want to make or order a vegan cake when our omnivorous members have birthdays, and then they make the face "oww she can't eat the cake" or straight up say some hahaha jokes, or they will ignore me altogether like i'm not even part of the family or i'm invisible

[@suicune2001]

Be confident. People respond to confidence. I remember when I started working in customer service I was super nervous. A month later, I learned to sound confident even if I still barely had any idea on WTF I was doing. But I said it with such confidence people thought I had worked there for 20 years and were complimenting me on how knowledgeable I sounded. XD Thankfully, I've done plenty of research to debunk the most typical claims against veganism. The only ones that throw me for a loop are just really out of left field BS and then I have go research it. Which is fine because then I have new ammo. :D My friends and family also know I don't take any BS. I'm very lucky to have friends and family who accept my choices because I originally started going plant-based for health reasons. Since they love me, they don't want me to die. So they had a year of getting used to the idea that I was reducing my animal product intake anyway so going vegan wasn't that big of a switch for me or them. Besides, I wouldn't have friends that gave me crap about being vegan anyway. If they did, they wouldn't be my friend.

[@beckyoliva9759]

Thank you for the ethical answer. I bring people delicious food to show how thankful I am for the help they give me. Now I have people asked me to show them how to cook whatever food I have cooked for them. Makes me happy that I've taught them how to a vegan meal. One less animal meal cooked times however many people show up to learn.✌💪🌱💙

[@victoriakahakina6371]

I am again transitioning into predominantly raw vegan and gluten free. This is not only an environmental humane love the earth decision but a mental and physical decision as well. I don't blurt out my decisions or why. I bring food to share so I can participate at meals and stay true to my self and my bodies spiritual and physical needs. As you said I don't scream about my choices of diet. I bring my own food to share. However people get angry say my food choices are crazy..they can't see how I can be involved in a meal. They stop inviting me over for eating socially. Like you said I say no thank you to things and point out a fabulous dish I've brought. I get anger disgust and you'll not be invited in the future.

[@hyelinK]

It's like calling a tall person short XD hahaha that example's on point. You look amazing in this video! :) And thanks for more tips!

[@benedettapellizzari7137]

I totally love you, thank you so much for this video! You are strong and I’m really glad you are talking about these hot topic, sometimes it’s really hard to get along in social situations and I think you will comfort and help a lot of us:)

[@Fotograffa]

I guess I just don't care what other people think. I make my own decisions and I'm not influenced by what other people think. When I go to a gathering where there will be a lot of food I bring stuff....I share it if anyone is interested. They don't need to know it's vegan. I don't sweat it. I agree with another poster. If they trash you for what you eat...it's on them...not you.

[@jaesveganworld88]

I cant wait for thanksgiving this year. I'm going to bring my own food and insist people give it a try.

[@JEKYLLHYDE123]

Good and helpful, I know this now but wish I saw this video three years ago.

[@judithrussell9162]

Bless you Rose for being so balanced and funny and real and a non-zealot. From time-to-time I stumble onto other vegan channels (you know the ones) and there is so much judgement with an almost evangelical crusade against other points of view. As you say, an ethical (and/or health) choice. Too much hating which I never get with you. Just lots of joy in eating great, delicious food. Having said that, I have been a vegan for most of my life I still get people (namely brothers-in-law) waving plates of meat in my face saying 'want some'. Shrug.

[@veroadriyel1085]

This was excellent!!! Preach girl! Know your why, and you'll live your best life. AMEN!!!

[@taragainey5900]

Such thoughtful responses, appreciate your transparency and honesty 👍🏻

[@dl5850]

I love your attitude of not telling people unless it's needed. Cause there is this joke about some one running to the curb as your drive buy screaming and waving his arms, thinking it's an emergency, you pull over and out of breath they explain what is going on..."I, I, just wanted to say....I, I'm vegan!" Lol ;-)

[@breve711]

my friends are so fascinated that i stopped eating meat, every time we have lunch they quiz me about what i'm eating. it's hilarious and a little annoying 😅 this was so helpful. sidenote: really dig your outfit, and your hair and makeup look great

[@OtakuGunsoNY]

When I first became vegan my family got super butthurt over it. It wasn't the biggest issue since I didn't have to rely on them for food but on father's day, my dad chose to go to a "chicken wing" place that literally had nothing for me on the menu and my mom was pissed because I didn't eat anything

[@pixie-rosethefrenchie4925]

I just had mine and my daughters birthday. I had cakes made. Hers was a unicorn cake with the horn. Every thought it was amazing and couldn’t believe it’s vegan.

[@reginashdown]

This video is spot on aí many levels. I do my utmost not to talk about veganism with my friends and family bt they always find a way to bring it on.

[@subzerohelios]

Oh Rose!!! ***Swoon*** great video as per usual 💓💞

[@vf5689]

Health and ethics (and environment)! Go Rose! Good discussion! Helpful!

[@kimt4512]

Hi Rose, I'm just experimenting with veganism and am definitely getting more swayed by you. It's working, and I love your make up!

[@louisesutton-horn7050]

Hey Rose, would you pleeeease do a video on how you have your hair dyed and styled as I think it’s amazing! And there’s not much info or videos about vegan dyeing. Thanks xxx

[@parkerlucas6380]

My manager at work (Starbucks) always feels bad that we don't have much I can eat or in situations when food is given to our staff I can't eat it. I've realized it's probably for the best because it's a lot easier for me to decline the offer of food that I probably shouldn't be eating in the first place!

[@frankiilights]

Awesome video Rose!

[@laurenluetkemeyer686]

Im making my Godson's birthday cake.😊 His aunt has celiac, so it will be gluten free too.

[@valerierivera7082]

I was at a party yesterday and my sweet great aunt innocently asked me “why would you want to be vegan when meat is so delicious?” And I told her “well, maybe it was easier for me because I love the animals” and she said “you can love the animals and eat meat too” and I just smiled back at her because I didn’t want to argue with her. She’s really a very nice lady, she just didn’t understand why I would deprive myself of something she thinks is “delicious” and it was clear to me that her comment wasn’t meant to be debated, it was just her way of justifying her own actions to herself. I feel that she loves animals too and hasn’t come to terms with what eating meat really is. What is your advice for a situation like that? What would you have done? I didn’t want to make things awkward so I just smiled at her and said nothing.

[@pitaguna7756]

Omg so useful! Good one, Rose! Anyway, have you made a video about periods?

[@rawcoconutgirl]

Vegan friends typically are very kind. Soo befriend one if you cherish kind souls 🤝

[@elbasset7214]

I work in a club and started taking my baking into work for the staff obviously vegan. If 1 week I don't take any goodies there like where's the cakes. I didn't take anything last week and they kept going in my picnic hamper looking for the goodies. I don't have a lunch box I'm a vegan bodybuilder so I eat a lot so a picnic hamper is my lunch box ( and I work 12hr shifts)

[@InvertedSeal]

One of your best videos!

[@CheapLazyVegan]

aww thank you! :)

[@avidian888]

I just had to get rid of most of my old 'friends', I couldn't find a way to live with them.

[@hockeyboy97]

loving thisssss

[@SebastianSeanCrow]

I love your hair so much

[@TheNoPorkKitchen]

This is a great channel.. To reach young people and influence them/us to be healthier and showing us how easy it is to be healthy..

[@susowellington5447]

Thank you! You are a great example, please keep making such videos. :)

[@everydayplantkitchen1055]

Rose! I just love you! Your videos always put a smile on my face :)

[@thatVEGANmama]

You are awesome babe. Absolutely LOVE this!!! Thank you for sharing this very helpful.

[@lydiabetic]

Girl I love your video's so much!!

[@Kx____]

this is all very important, thank you so much rose, very helpful

[@BubuCheng642]

such a helpful video! thank you rose💕

[@jeanneholden2313]

Great ideas and tips ... Some vegans are a little more radical and carry their veganism like a medal .lol.. communicating in a polite way gives every vegan a better light ..you explained it beautifully..stay kind..☺️.thanks for the chuckles too..,

[@KatyaKefir]

Huge like, more videos like this please! Very helpful

[@trishwilson7517]

Rose, can you please recommend vegan friendly restaurants in Calgary? I have girls nights out with my friends on a regular basis, and we need some new choices. Thanks heaps!