Today’s Solutions: July 09, 2025

I’ve spent most of my adult life trying to be happy. And while I’ve written about overcoming depression and improving my mental health, there’s one factor I haven’t often discussed: my diet. Since I went vegan almost two years ago, my overall mood has significantly improved. That really wasn’t my intention — my choice was based on ethics alone. I knew that eating plant-based has been shown to be better for animals, the environment, and…

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