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A person is shown with the branch of an artificial festive tree in one hand and festive lights in the other. Their head is back and they are letting out a scream of despair.

Being around family during the holidays can be challenging, regardless of your dietary inclination. For vegans with non-vegan family and friends, these social events can be made all the more challenging.

How To Stay Vegan During the Holidays With Non-Vegans

Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown looking into the camera with a rye look upon her face.

Learning how to talk about veganism is often more challenging than going vegan. How do you talk to non-vegans about important issues in an approachable way? How do you help people make the connection?

How To Talk To Non-Vegans Without Being An A-Hole

Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown sat on a bed with her beloved bulldog, Ooby, next to her. She islooking at the camera. To the left in large letters are the words: “Euthanasia, non-vegans and more. Q and A”.

Today’s Q&A covers topics like the vegan stance on euthanizing companion animals, how to deal with the difficulty of family and friends who continue to eat animals, some questions about me, and more!

Euthanasia, Non Vegan Family & Friends, Stuff About Me, Etc | Q&A

An image of author and speaker Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is shown along side one of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan

Navigating social situations as a vegan, especially a new vegan, can be intimidating and anxiety-provoking. You may wonder what to say or how to act and what people will think of you. And if you’re a non-vegan you may wonder how to react around vegan guests.

Navigating Social Situations As A Vegan ft. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown is shown on the left, author and vegan activist Colleen Patrick-Goudreau on the right.

Are you the only vegan in your family? Are you in a relationship with someone of differing dietary inclinations? How do you navigate this challenging and complex landscape?

Being Vegan in A Non-Vegan Family ft. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

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  • The text "Vegans WON'T Tell You" next to a woman placing a finger over her mouth (which is covered in duct tape) in a "silencing" gesture.

    Why Vegans WON’T Tell You They’re Vegan: The Other Side of Vegan Stigma

    How do you know someone’s vegan? You probably won’t! Find out why many vegans hide their veganism and how their silence harms all of us. And the potential solution may not be what you’d expect. Essentially, we need to evolve towards a world without vegans.

    Read more about Why Vegans WON’T Tell You They’re Vegan: The Other Side of Vegan Stigma
  • The text "Why People Hate Vegans" to the left of Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan. Over her raised hand is the text "It's Science!"

    The Science of Why People Hate Vegans

    Despite growing public awareness and concern over how animals are treated in our food industry, vegans are still not well-received by the general public. Discover what research reveals about why people hate vegans. The reasons may not be what you expect!

    Read more about The Science of Why People Hate Vegans
  • The text "kids deserve to know" next to a young Asian child holding a banana up to her ear like a phone with a look of surprise on her face.

    How to Talk to Kids About Veganism

    Unsure how to talk to kids about veganism? Learn how to teach children about veganism with this comprehensive guide. How can you be truthful without being traumatizing? How can you convey complex concepts in an age-appropriate way? Get guidance on explaining veganism to kids!

    Read more about How to Talk to Kids About Veganism
  • The text "It Gets Intense" next to Emily Moran Barwick, founder of Bite Size Vegan.

    What to Expect Emotionally When Going Vegan

    Change can be scary. Knowing what to expect in advance can provide stability and assurance. From navigating the transition, to overcoming challenges, to the profound emotional positives, this guide will help you know what to expect emotionally when going vegan.

    Read more about What to Expect Emotionally When Going Vegan
  • The words “Guide to Vegan Thanksgiving” overtop a Thanksgiving themed background.

    Vegan Thanksgiving Guide: Recipes, Relatives And Reality

    Thanksgiving can be intimidating for new and existing vegans. Leave it to this guide to help you navigate a Vegan Thanksgiving like a pro! Now that’s something to be thankful for!

    Read more about Vegan Thanksgiving Guide: Recipes, Relatives And Reality
  • Health vs Ethics, Yam Birth Control? & More text overlaid over photo of Emily

    Vegan For Health vs. Ethics, Yam Birth Control?, Activism Across Cultures & More | Q&A

    What’s my take on the vegan for health vs ethics debate? Is yam birth control a thing? Can you be vegan and NOT annoying? What approaches for activism are effective in not-so-vegan-friendly countries? Find out this and more in today’s vegan Q&A!

    Read more about Vegan For Health vs. Ethics, Yam Birth Control?, Activism Across Cultures & More | Q&A
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