I mean, it’s (EDIT: it’s actually not possible) possible that they don’t, but still, who gives you the right to decide whether an animal shall live or not? Also, the fishing industry is harming the planet and (many) fish contain toxic metals.
I mean, it’s (EDIT: it’s actually not possible) possible that they don’t, but still, who gives you the right to decide whether an animal shall live or not? Also, the fishing industry is harming the planet and (many) fish contain toxic metals.
This is not a healthy way to talk to people or make friends.
Have you heard of discussions/arguments?
Lol! What do you mean? How else can one speak rationally to people?
As I see it, I have not been rude or disrespectful in my comment. I merely want to understand their reasoning (or lack thereof) for eating meat. If their reasons are strong enough to overcome the opposition (i.e., vegans), I will start consuming meat as well.
Also, appealing to emotion does not work on everyone (as OP showed in their case). In such cases, if the person you are talking to intends to engage in a healthy discussion, the best approach is to work out the argument logically. Look for any contradictions in their reasoning (or yours). While the person may still not follow your proposal, at the very least, they will realize that their stance contains logical contradictions (hence my point about cognitive dissonance).
I’m not saying that OP should be unfriendly or lose their friend. Friends can have healthy debates, and OP is the best judge in their case.