How do you tell people you are becoming vegetarian?

Answer 1

Just tell them if you feel like it's something they should know. I actually didn't tell many people, but everyone found out eventually. But I kind of wish I'd have just flat out told people that I was vegetarian because it would give me a chance to tell them why, rather than have them find out from someone else who doesn't share my values. But everyone was either impressed or respected my vegetarianism. Some of my friends still think I'm crazy, but I know they're crazy.... So, it doesn't matter much :)

If you worried about telling parents whom you think won't allow you to become vegetarian, be prepared. Research the kinds of food that would be good for you to eat. Get a grocery list together. Offer to cook your own meals, and maybe cook a vegetarian meal for the whole family. Hopefully, they'll be supportive of you. If not, make sure they understand how important it is to you. If they still aren't, there's not much you could do. Maybe find out why they aren't supportive of that, and try to address the issue.

You can't let anyone else live your life for you.

Answer 2

I am becoming a vegetarian too, and I decided not to tell people because they'll make a huge deal about it. But thats just me, tell them you are starting to make a big step in life and why you feel comfortable and agree to not eating meats.

Answer 3

I started telling people as it came up-like being invited to dinner or just catching up with people. It was never a big deal. The comment I heard most was "I don't think I could live without meat!". My family still asks "Are you still not eating meat? How about chicken?". I think they think I'm part of a weird cult now...

Answer 4

By clearly (theres no shame here is there) stating that you have decided to give up eating meat and are starting a vegetable based diet. Say "I hope you will support me in this" and leave it that. We ALL have a choice in life and you have to be proud about what you are doing and then people will respect your decision.

Answer 5

I'm becoming a vegetarian, you can't do anything to change my mind.

Answer 6

well, one day i made the decision and just told my family. being Greek my mom didn't take it too great, she's still on my *** about protein deficiency ands not getting enough nutrition. and yet i eat better than she does. my dad, who is a heart patient actually backed me up and helped and is still helping me eat good foods as he completely avoids red meat himself. i do eat seafood though. now for friends and acquaintances i just said it when ever it was rel event. like if we were going to Burger king after school or something. just dot go up to random people and scream "I'm a veg!!!!" in their face.

Answer 7

i was 7 when i am became vegetarian and i was nerves but i just told my parents/ friends i was making a new life choice and they jsut to except it because it's your life. They have to understand that you want to find a new life path and i am sure they will except it.

Answer 8

It's not like saying, guess what, I'm gay.

It's NO big deal at ALL to be a vegetarian. Just say it. No one will make a big deal of it.

Answer 9

Health. If someone asks explain it's done for health reasons. If they push tell them it's because of trouble digesting meats. I wouldn't say something like it gives you a spastic colon and huge amounts of gas when you eat.

Answer 10

Why would you have to? Is is any of their business? I mean if someone were to ask you over for dinner I would probably let them know but otherwise, I can't see how what you eat is any of anyone elses business.