Description: Amidst the challenges of our times, many of us yearn for transformative healing in our personal lives and in the world. Through a simple, compassionate change in what we eat, we have the power to uplevel our emotional and spiritual well-being, find greater purpose and connection, and heal our planet.
Many of us long to create healing and transformation in our lives--to thrive in mind, body, and spirit. We yearn to live authentically, with a deep sense of purpose. We desire vibrant health and vitality that allows us to engage in life fully. And we seek meaning and connection in a world that feels increasingly disconnected. Science shows that a plant-based (vegan) lifestyle can improve our physical health and reverse many common chronic diseases. But what about the impact on emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being? As a psychologist and vegan, Dr. Angela Crawford has been fascinated by that very question. Contrary to the common perception of veganism as restrictive or depriving, her research finds that many vegans describe a sense of abundance and freedom. By honoring our core values and eating more compassionately and healthfully, we can experience greater emotional fulfillment, while protecting animals, humans, and the environment. Through revealing surveys and interviews with vegans, Dr. Crawford discovered seven core transformations that create richer, more meaningful lives. These include:- Living aligned with core values
- Extending compassion to all sentient beings
- Sense of purpose in creating a kinder, healthier world
- Connection with others who share similar values
- Greater emotional fulfillment and well-being
- Taking charge of health through plant-based nutrition
- Deepening spirituality and interconnectedness with all life
Review Quotes: "Is there anything more compelling than a life-changing and life-saving transformation? In contemporary society, one of the hardest things to do is live your values, embrace your inherent compassion, and be accepted for your authenticity. In The Vegan Transformation, Dr. Angela Crawford shows us how to expand our circle of compassion so we can enjoy a life well lived, while inspiring others to pursue a purpose-driven life, too. There are few things more persuasive than powerful storytelling, which is what Dr. Crawford does so beautifully, and effectively, in this ground-breaking book. To learn how to make the greatest impact on the world around you, absorb and apply the wisdom that is on full display in the pages within, to truly live your best life, while helping non-human animals live their best lives, too."
--Robert Cheeke, New York Times bestselling co-author of The Plant-Based Athlete, and author of The Impactful Vegan
--Katrina Fox, storytelling consultant for vegan leaders, and author of Vegan Ventures "A much needed and skillfully written book that I will use and share. It's a major contribution to the vegan literature, dispelling prevailing myths and revealing the truth of what veganism really is: the Swiss army knife to solving today's problems by creating a more peaceful world for all living beings, including Mother Earth. Dr. Crawford uses her knowledge and application of psychology to guide a person who is ready for change through a transformation. Carefully weaving together her own personal story with those of others, she addresses key aspects of the behavioral change required to truly embrace a vegan lifestyle. She helps the reader align their actions with their espoused values. Behavioral change is reinforced by the benefits shown of this transformation, including ethical, health, social, existential, and consciousness-raising perspectives. Dr. Crawford seamlessly combines facts, practical tools, and her own experience to reveal what veganism really is and the hidden benefits that only become apparent when one embraces this philosophy. She will delight the reader--whether a new vegan or one yet to be--who will discover there is no bad news about veganism, just so much to gain, which the whole world so desperately needs."
--Clare Mann, psychologist, speaker, and author of Vystopia: The Anguish of Being Vegan in a Non-Vegan World "The Vegan Transformation is a bold, fresh, inspired manifesto whose significance becomes more pronounced with every page. By eschewing established arguments or motivators based solely on personal health, ethics, and the environment, Dr. Angela Crawford gives veganism a broader appeal and newfound potency by illuminating its less-recognized benefits for emotional and spiritual well-being. Crawford challenges those tired stereotypes of the restrictive or extreme lifestyle to present veganism more truthfully as an awakening that opens the world up to create deeper connections, providing a transformed sense of emotional freedom and abundance. Her extensive research and advocacy reveal the link between thinking more critically about how food gets to the plate and achieving better health and emotional fulfillment, ultimately strengthening our connection to ourselves and other beings. Equal parts powerful and profound, erudite and accessible, at its core, The Vegan Transformation celebrates connection and compassion--with case studies, tools, recipes, and resources to inspire a lasting life-changing change. The Vegan Transformation is essential reading for a world that is out of sync with its innate humanity. It is for anyone who wants to make a deeper connection with the world around them and is curious about the transformational power of veganism. I am sending it to everyone I hold dear, daring them to expand their circle of compassion, embrace their authentic selves, and experience the benefits of alignment and transformed health."
--Todd Sinclair, vegan influencer and author of the Rebel Vegan Life book series "Angela Crawford has created a beautiful and easy-to-read guide for understanding the personal, spiritual, and emotional benefits of transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. The Vegan Transformation will inspire and motivate those who are newly vegan or curious about going vegan with insightful, research-backed tips and wisdom for making your vegan journey as successful as possible!"
--Sarina Farb, vegan educator and TEDx speaker