A Perspective on Burnout: From the Person to the Planet, the Parallel Exhaustion of Monocropping and Human Health, by Nivi Jaswal-Wirtjes MVLCE
posted December 5, 2023 We are a society running on empty. Our land, once teeming with a mosaic of whole grains, now lies exhausted under the weight of monocultures. Our personal reserves dwindle, mirroring this planetary fatigue. Prior to gaining my certification as an educator in vegan lifestyle coaching, I witnessed firsthand the burnout that […]
5 Steps to Raise Your Tofu IQ, by Jill Hughes
posted November 28, 2023 Tofu is a versatile, nutrition-packed, and inexpensive soybean product and a healthy addition to a vegan diet. In my early years of veganism, I found tofu intimidating, but with practice I conquered my fears. Once you’ve read this article, I’m confident you will be tofu savvy and inspired to tackle new […]
JIVINITI’s Project SHAKTI at Harvard: Unraveling the Tapestry of Food, Race, and Gender Amidst a Global Crisis, by Nivi Jaswal-Wirtjes, MVLCE
posted November 21, 2023 The Background: The inception of Project SHAKTI took place as the world was thrust into the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Drawing inspiration from the divine feminine energy, Shakti, the project aimed to be a transformative force amidst a world in chaos. Harnessing the prowess of a renowned national […]
Cruelty-Free Cuckoo Clock, by Cherie Hans, MVLCE
posted November 14, 2023 My only brother, Gary, recently passed away. He was only 58. In my eulogy I mentioned our mom’s cuckoo clock. My brother was an audio engineer for radio broadcasting, and as a young boy he took clocks and radios apart to see how they worked. We used to sit and watch […]
The Power of Persistence, by Stanley Bronstein, CPA, JD, LLM, VLCE
posted November 7, 2023 Former president Calvin Coolidge said, “Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are […]
Transitioning to a Vegan Diet: Go “Cold Tofurkey” or Not? by Jessica Langenhan, MD, VLCE
posted October 31, 2023 There is often more than a single route to a destination. The coastal road may yield better views but be less time-efficient than the inland highway. Similarly, there is more than one way to transition to a vegan diet. Despite all the benefits of a vegan diet, the change also involves […]
5 Essential Tips for Vegan Dining on the Open Road, by Heather Dahman, MVLCE
posted October 24, 2023 Hello, fellow plant-based travelers! My husband and I love hitting the open road with our two huskies and camper in tow to explore new places. While traveling, one of our greatest joys is discovering new vegan dining options. While you can easily find vegan options in larger cities, smaller rural towns […]
Out With an Omnivore, Where Should We Eat? by Cherie Hans, MVLCE
posted October 17, 2023 As a Vegan married to an omnivore, I consider myself well-versed in choosing restaurants that work for the both of us. I live in New Jersey, just a few miles outside midtown Manhattan. While there are many vegan restaurants in Manhattan, I have only one vegan restaurant and one vegan bakery […]
Farm Sanctuary Life, by Allison Hess, VLCE
posted October 10, 2023 Let me tell you about a friend of mine, Isaac. Charlotte the spider wrote many descriptors about Wilbur in the classic Charlotte’s Web. Her words apply to Isaac as well—humble, terrific, radiant. Some pig. Simply put, Isaac made my life better. Isaac was part of a severe neglect case and rescued […]