Here are a couple quotes...
"In leading lives for the greater good, we find our true selves and we find inspiration and empowerment - the self-actualization discussed by psychologist Abraham Maslow s the pinnacle on our hierarchy of needs."
"I believe that the decisions we make in terms of our food choices are, in a very real way, our deepest connection to our core values and principles."
"The goal of conscious eating is not just to eat food that is delicious and nutritious, though that is certainly key. We also must challenge ourselves to eat foods that are in alignment with our spiritual values, foods that don't involve, as much as possible, exploitation of the earth, workers, or animals."
"If our eating is in sync with our values, then our lives have a shot of integrity repeatedly throughout our day."
I'm still chewing on it (so to speak) - there was so much in this short chapter. I love the idea that making conscious food choices that are in line with my principles and values is a shot of integrity each time I eat. I still need to carve out more time in the day for introspection and meditation.
I also really respond to the importance of the greater good - recognizing that our choices have further implications beyond how they immediately impact ourselves. If I buy McDonalds food, that doesn't only impact myself and my own body, it affects countless people, animals, and the environment.
I think that our society has become so fractured and so focused on self-improvement. I know we're all different, but I think it's so important for everyone to be part of a community as well. I think that's part of why I've always responded to being in the theatre world - it's such a collaborative process that is completely reliant on it being a community. You think about how what you do affects others and they think about how their actions affect you. Give and take. Support. So important.
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