I didnt stop eating meat because someone told me to. I stopped because something inside me didnt feel right anymore.

For a long time, meat was a normal part of my life. I grew up with it, p.e I loved eating Hamburger and Steak so much. I didn’t question it. But over time, I started to notice how my body felt after eating it. Heavy. Slow. Tired. Sometimes I felt uncomfortable, not just physically, but also emotionaly. My body was trying to tell me something, and for a long time, I didnt listen.

When I slowly started to eat less meat, something changed. I felt lighter. I had more energy. My stomach felt calmer. I woke up in the morning feeling better, better sleep over night. It was not a magic shift, it was just my body feeling more balanced. That feeling mattered to me more than any habit.

Another moment that stayed with me was learning how meat is produced today. Seeing how animals live and how they are treated is hard to understand. It made me feel sad and uncomfortable. I dont judge anyone who eats meat, but for me, it became impossible to ignore it. I asked myself, do I really want this on my plate if it causes so much suffering? The answer was no and choosing not to eat meat felt like a small but honest step.

At first, I was really afraid. Afraid I would miss meat in my daily eating routine. Afraid food would be boring and not tasty anymore. But the opposite happened. I discovered new flavors, new meals, and a new way of eating that feels more mindful. Food became something I enjoy and discover on a new way.

Stopping eating meat wasn not about rules or being “better” than others. It was about respect for my body and for animals. It was not a easy decision, but it feels right.