In regards to eating meat

[Shemaya]

My main point is, people who eat meat do so for a myriad of reasons, and discussions of food choices because it is such a volatile topic for some, would be better without the character judgments.

I admit, I took offense when I read "cognitive dissonance" "weak-willed" and "jealous", I know it wasn't personally directed at me but it seemed generally directed at those who eat meat.

I don't think any offense was meant. Character observations are appropriate when trying to discern behavior, I would think.

I don't get offended if someone calls vegetarians "superior" or "pushy" or "militant." I will just point out that some may be, but I am not. This is good for discussion, as we explore all facets. Your individual view is valued as such--individual. Especially here, at this site, where members really care about the implications of what we do.

My personal feelings really don't matter, they are mine to work with. I only held them up here on the forum as a mirror.

I brought it up because I think it doesn't follow the bring4th guidelines, being as there are probably a few members of the forum who eat meat. If you are posting on a vegan website, you'd probably get agreement regarding the weak-willed, jealous meat-eaters.

In a nutshell, I think the level of discourse on this topic can go up a notch and reflect more respect, just my opinion. I have basically avoided reading the whole thread and distilling the great info offered, because the other content is quite distracting, and offensive sometimes.