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The method I use for mental Spring cleaning is quite simple: I go off-line. For a week.

Now this takes quite a bit of gumption as for me it's a source of income (I do graphic design).  However, aside from it being money in my pocket, it's a source of communication, education, and relaxation.  I also converse with friends about politics, plan events, and (these days) regularly inform my family that I'm fine (I live in Gifu, Japan).

But the Internet, as everyone…

This story is short, simple and straightforward.

The reason I became vegan in the first place is because of the work of John Robbins and his book Diet For A New America.  I put off reading it as I knew that if it laid out a compelling argument I'd have little choice but to follow the path of logic, reason and compassion straight into becoming a vegan.  With much amazement John's book helped me to rapidly understand why and how being a vegan is great for myself, animals,…

This story is short, simple and straightforward.

The reason I became vegan in the first place is because of the work of John Robbins and his book Diet For A New America.  I put off reading it as I knew that if it laid out a compelling argument I'd have little choice but to follow the path of logic, reason and compassion straight into becoming a vegan.  With much amazement John's book helped me to rapidly understand why and how being a vegan is great for myself, animals,…