Mardi Gras/Lent

[Amy SF]

In 2020, Mardi Gras is February 25, and Lent is February 26-April 9. If you know an omni who observes the Lenten season and is considering switching to a vegetarian or vegan diet, it would be a good opportunity if you could encourage them to go meatless for Lent. Some veg*ans actually start their new diet by going meat-free for Lent, and then just stay meatless after Lent is over. What do you think?

 

[MoreGreens]

Back when I was vegetarian, I went vegan for Lent a couple of times. I never felt compelled to stay vegan though because for me it was about temporary personal sacrifice rather than becoming vegan. Maybe if people signed up for Veganuary emails for the month of March it would help them stay focused on remaining vegan rather than waiting out those weeks to splurge over Easter weekend. Still it's a good idea to suggest veganism as a Lenten sacrifice, and it's a good time to get a positive reaction from people who might otherwise be hesitant to try veganism.