It's been a few weeks already into summer 2017, and it's already been pretty great. Some of my summer goals are eating healthier, cooking more, working out and staying hydrated! Here are some of my favorite recipes that I've made recently! Pictured is a creamy spinach wrap, banana nice cream, chocolate chip pancakes, and a smoothie bowl! They're all simple and completely vegan! These were all easy vegan meals that are pretty healthy, except maybe the pancakes, and all so delicious! They can all be made so easy and quick, even I enjoyed putting them together, and I usually don't enjoy cooking.
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Last year, on this day, I made an amazing decision that has impacted my life incredibly! It was the last day of YEA camp, and I decided I would continue eating vegan! Eating plant-based has helped me bring more positive energy to everyone around me, something that I've always tried to do. I've also been able to pay more attention to my health and lifestyle. Veganism is also a way I reflect my values of compassion and kindness in my choices and actions! Just one person making these types of choices is not enough to change the world, but that's no reason to deny the opportunity to make the world better for the animals and the environment! I don't expect anyone to instantaneously change their lifestyles, but I think paying attention to the way your choices impact the world is important and essential.
When I was introduced to the reality of factory farming, the industries of meat, dairy, eggs, wool and animal products, I was horrified but the cruelty and violence. I had never even thought about where the milk in the store comes from, or the eggs, or the wool, and somehow I didn't make the connection that there are real, innocent, animals that have no control over their situation. The fact that I had a choice, on whether I would support those industries, or raise awareness about them, made me realize that I should make the best choices I can, whatever situation I'm in. I hope to continue to make the best choices I can my entire life, and veganism is a big part of that! I hope this has sparked your thought in some way and inspires you to consider the impact of your actions on creatures, the environment, and our world. Hello! I'm Ananya, a high school student with a passion for activism and organizing. My ambitions include inspiring people to organize their lives, and empowering people around the world to take action through art and leadership. I hope you'll check back as I share my thoughts and my experience in life!
Activism Recently, I started YUMAI, or Youth United Making An Impact, a group for youth in the community who want to come together and learn about issues in our world. We have been working on some very exciting campaigns, and extensive details can be found on YUMAI.weebly.com. I am the leaders of the group, and I manage media, campaign outreach, and meeting details. In addition to YUMAI, I have been organizing many other campaigns, including the climate ribbon project, and fix democracy, both working as a Greenpeace Lead Activist. As an activist, I am constantly learning, especially in issues that I am less aware of. I hope to become more active in advocating for animals and inequalities. Art I hope to influence the world is through art and lettering. I am currently learning about brush lettering techniques and watercolor botanicals, but I hope to expand my artistic expression through varied mediums. As a multimedia student, I am also pursuing the study of graphic design, film, and typography. My skills have not been thoroughly developed yet, but I am surely interested in learning and growing through my journey! Leadership I have always loved to step up to challenges as a leader, regardless of recognition or rewards. Last year, through nomination by teachers and staff at my middle school, I received the Superintendent's Leadership Award, for my academics and service in the school community and beyond. This year, I am thrilled to be joining the National Youth Leadership Council as a member of the Youth Advisory Council. Leadership is such an important value to develop, and I am passionate about developing these skills in people around me as well as working to be the best leader I can be myself! Organizing I have always been an avid reader, and with access to so many ideas on the Internet, I have been sparked to introduce many new systems of planning, organizing, and time management to my life. I am a bullet journalist, using the system to keep thoughts, notes, events, and tasks neat. Being so ambitious, I have many interests and passions to explore, time management systems are necessary. As I discover what works, what doesn't, and how I prefer to manage things, I will share the journey. |