I never eat sushi. I have trouble eating things that are merely unconscious.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sushi is avoided because it involves eating living or unconscious creatures, which causes discomfort.
- In plain terms
- I do not eat things that are not fully dead.
- What can you take from it?
- Ethical discomfort can dictate diet.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does life end?
- Why is sushi different?
Another view
Most food involves animals that are not conscious in the way implied.
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