What would I do without social media?

I laugh sometimes, at the addiction that is thriving in myself, and well most of us, all the time. The addiction to our smart phones, the apps and social media right at our finger tips.

But, where would I be without it?

Barrington shaking hands with Dr. T Colin Campbell.

I sit here thinking about where would I be if I didn’t have access to posts showing me others thriving on a plant based lifestyle? Where would I be if I didn’t see pictures of people accomplishing their dreams around the world? Where would I be if I didn’t see the kind videos of animals loving on other animals, or even animals loving on humans? Where would I be if I couldn’t easily connect to people like my friend Barrington Goldson Jr, who I met during Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s eCornell certification. (Check out his website foodhealthfit.com)

[In the past year, Barrington has gone from a couple thousand followers and presenting at a few events on plant based nutrition to having over 15 thousand followers and connecting with people and companies all over the world... it has been pretty inspiring to watch him thrive]

I am the first to admit that I have an addiction to my iPhone. I am the first to admit that I take too many photos, and post not needed content on snapchat and Instagram… But I would also admit that I wouldn’t be who I am without it.

For the last 3 years, I have been the only vegan, or as I like to call it plant based “eater” out of any of my friends or family. I have dealt with weird looks, harsh comments and overall just looks that make me feel so insecure about my decision. It is not all bad, I do have support… but for once, it be nice to be around people who know what I know. People who I can have a relationship with that just get it!

Sure, I am certified in Plant Based Nutrition; sure I know some really important information. But because the majority around me doesn’t want to know, or hear anything about what I feel is so important, it has become quite difficult to stay confident in myself.

I see Plant Based/Vegan Instagram and You-tube “stars” thriving. They share their feelings and opinions with the world and are loved and appreciated. I have a question for them, did you struggle with those around you not wanting to listen and is that why you went to social media?

To live in Northern Michigan and really feel confident in who I am [as a yoga loving, plant based living, Christian] do I need to start creating better content, so I feel more confident in myself and meet other like-minded individuals through the beautiful, community creating, resource of social media?

Maybe…

I guess there’s no point in not trying.

Moving forward, I am going to increase my content. Improve my images, my posts, my newsletters… maybe try to create a You-tube channel. I will write an end of the month blog on this process and share information about the journey.

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My thoughts - a Reflection March 2018