How VEGANISM heals mind, body, and spirit with psychologist and author Dr. Angela Crawford

How VEGANISM heals mind, body, and spirit with psychologist and author Dr. Angela Crawford

Author: Vegan Lifestyle Coach: Jenny Cheifetz February 4, 2026 Duration: 1:05:18

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Angela Crawford, Ph.D. is a psychologist, vegan educator, Food for Life instructor, and author of The Vegan Transformation: A Journey to Heal Yourself and the World (Lantern Publishing & Media, 2025). She is passionate about bringing her background in clinical psychology to share the benefits of plant-based living for mind, body, and spirit. She teaches individuals, groups, and organizations about thriving with a plant-based lifestyle, drawing on principles of psychology and lifestyle medicine.

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The Juicy Bits:

  1. Veganism is not just about avoiding harm; it's embracing something that's exciting and good, and leaning into authenticity and living your values.
  2. There are so many different entry points to veganism. Check out my interview with Thomas Jackson to hear 6 of the reasons to go vegan.
  3. Veganism is the interconnectedness of health, loving animals, and being kind to nature.
  4. Dr. Melanie Joy coined the term CARNISM, which is the deeply conditioned and invisible belief system that says it's okay to eat certain animals. We don't question carnism, we just follow it.
  5. With cognitive dissonance, we can change behaviors or compartmentalize so we don't feel out of alignment with our values.
  6. Being true to oneself as a vegan doesn't mean it's one's responsibility to change other people.
  7. Practices to stay grounded: include yourself in the self-care circle, have a morning routine of meditation, journaling, exercise, prayer, and affirmations, limit exposure to traumatizing content
  8. Benefits of veganism include: lightness, being in touch with intuition, compassion, improved mood
  9. Angela's favorite vegan foods: veggie burgers, soups, curries, veggie lasagna, and vegan crabcakes

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Hosted by Vegan Lifestyle Coach Jenny Cheifetz, The Flirty Vegan is a warm and engaging space for anyone curious about plant-based living. This isn't about strict rules or judgment; it's about the vibrant, practical, and often deeply personal journey of aligning your choices with your values. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend, exploring the many facets of a compassionate lifestyle. You'll hear discussions that go beyond food, touching on the ethical decision to honor animals, the tangible impact on planetary conservation, and the personal health benefits that come from this mindful approach. Jenny guides these inspiring and important talks, weaving together stories from guests and her own experience to demystify the transition and celebrate its joys. The podcast naturally delves into the challenges and triumphs, offering listeners a sense of community and realistic advice. Whether you're fully committed or just dipping a toe in, the dialogue here is designed to educate and connect, leaving you with both motivation and a clearer understanding of how these choices ripple out into the world. It’s an invitation to explore a more intentional way of living, filled with discovery and genuine enthusiasm for making a difference.
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