I turned vegetarian after 9/11. A friend of mine came back from New York and said that he couldn't stand the smell of burnt flesh. It immediately reminded me of a barbecue.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Trauma can alter personal habits like diet through unexpected associations.
- In plain terms
- A friend's trauma made me rethink meat eating because it reminded me of fire.
- What can you take from it?
- Reflect on how experiences shape choices.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How did recent events change your habits?
- What associations influence your food?
Another view
Dietary choices often have complex roots beyond simple triggers.
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