Acharya Prashant argues that the term 'non-vegetarian' is a deceptive euphemism used to hide the brutality of consuming animal flesh. He asserts that if people were honest, they would call themselves 'animal flesh eaters,' but they use civilized language to mask their cruelty. He explains that the consumption of meat is a sign of a profound lack of love and compassion. Even a small amount of affection or attachment to an animal would make it impossible for a person to kill and eat it. He notes that globally, women tend to consume less meat than men because they possess more maternal affection, which acts as a barrier to such violence. He suggests that if one were to befriend even a single animal, like a rooster or a goat, the idea of eating any animal would become unthinkable. Regarding dietary choices like avoiding onion or garlic, Acharya Prashant advises that one should study the specific properties and effects of different vegetables and fruits on the body. He emphasizes that diet should be chosen based on one's physical condition and the changing seasons. He defines veganism not as a list of prohibitions, but as a positive affirmation of love and a refusal to exploit others. He compares the exploitation of animals to the unthinkable act of cutting a daughter's hair to make a hat, highlighting that love naturally prevents exploitation. He criticizes the practice of taking eggs from females and eventually slaughtering them as shameful and devoid of civilization. Citing Kabir Saheb, Acharya Prashant warns that meat-eaters are like literal demons and that even their company is detrimental to one's spiritual progress. He rejects the 'liberal' view of dining with meat-eaters, stating that pain is universal and felt by all living beings. He concludes that true humanity lies in the ability to feel the pain of others, and those who ignore the suffering of animals are spiritually lost and without a true guide.
