How do I tell my parents I'm a vegetarian?

Question

Now I know the title may seem a it stupid. But meh.

I've decided due to many reasons, from the wellbeing of animals to weight loss to just not liking meat, that I want to become a vegetarian.

If I'm offered meat or fish currently I just turn it down, but I can't keep ddoing it without telling my mother, because she'll get angry at me.

But her and the rest of my family eat loads of meat! For example, here is the list of the meals she had planned for last week:

MON-Beefburgers

TUE-Spaghetti Bolognese (with minced meat)

WED-Sausage Casserole

THURS-Pizza

FRI-Not decided

I often hear her, when talking about food, referring to things like roast beef lunches and red meats as her favourites, and I don't know how she's going to take it. I don't want to get into an argument or have

a long and boring and stupid talk, so how do I tell her?

Last time I tried to mention it she ignored me, then I raised the subject again and she laughed at me saying "You eat too much meat to a vegetarian"...which made me angry!

I was like "NO YOU DO, NOT ME!"

Please help xoxoxox

Answer 1

i guess its important you don't starve ur self so u can...

1. Just Tell them

2. if you have a meal were the meat is seperate don't eat the meat

3. pretend u dont like the meat as in taste wise not belife

4. Just Say (the reason why i repeat this is beacuse its the best possible solution)

I hope this helped

Answer 2

Just say I'm a vegetarian!

no big deal.......

It's not like you're saying I'm g*y, so they won't care, they'll probably just laugh at you, but better to be laughed at than smacked.

Answer 3

You poor thing, what a huge problem! And I only had to tell my mother that I was converting to judaism. of course THIS situation is much much worse...

Answer 4

Just come right out there and tell her, honesty is the best policy x

Answer 5

you say mom..dad..im a vegetarian. i dont like meat. sorry.

Answer 6

Just tell the truth and be prepared to give one or two reasons why.  Beyond that, it's your business what you chose to eat.

Answer 7

Just tell her you're a vegetarian. It's not that hard

"I'M A VEGETABLE, Oops I mean vegetarian. Get frigging Over it."

Not that hard to say now is it?

Answer 8

Well, maybe you should sit her down and explain how you feel and your reasons for going vegetarian first.  In a calm way.

Answer 9

Just tell them that it's your decision, and it's one that she has to respect.  You've made an educated and informed choice not to eat meat, and that's respectable.  (Personally, I think meat is tasty, but that's not the point.)  If she serves you meat, I would just not eat it - eat everything else you feel is acceptable to eat, and leave the meat.  If you explain WHY you believe the way you do, in a calm and intelligent manner, things should be okay.  If not, just stand up for yourself and simply refuse to eat it.  That's what I would do in your shoes, anyway.  

Answer 10

Just tell her bbe, let her deal with it in her own way, even if she does get angry or what ever at yu, she'll get over it. chances are she has your bets interests at heart and she may think you may just grow out of it... like a "phase"

just say it plain n simple i say loll

Answer 11

say "i'm a vegetarian"

Answer 12

I was 14 when I became a vegetarian. My parents were upset because they were afraid it would create a health problem for me. In time, they relaxed and they continue to respect my decision. For me it has been a permanent choice, but I've met lots of people who tried it and then went back to eating meat. Follow your heart and speak your truth--they'll get it!

Answer 13

tell them that you think animal cruelty is wrong, and that you think its better for you to be a vegetarian. there are many food choices for vegetarians. while your family is eating burgers, you could had a veggie burger for example. good luck

Answer 14

i had 2 do the same thing last year. at dinner they would offer me meat and i would say no, but after a while they started 2 question me. they asked why am i not eating meat, and i just said i don't like meat.

  ur parents ARE  gonna get a little angry but why would'nt they? there ur parents.  and they are going 2 have a looong talk with u about how u need 2 eat meat but, they will get used 2 it. :]    next time ur family eats meat and they offer u some,

              "say no thanks i dont eat meat anymore."

they will eventuallylly understand(:

                           i hope i helped!! :]

Answer 15

If this is the way you feel and nobody will listen then just ask for extra veg and no meat, I am sure they will soon get the message.

Answer 16

Well I was the same as you, I saw a programme how they killed animals and just said 'I'm off it.' I tmight help if you learn to make pasta dishes etc. Then she knows you are offering to help her on this and to say t her you'll get iron and protein from other food - fruit and veggies.

Answer 17

Just have a talk with them and explain that this is serious you want to be a vegetarian! Good Luck!

Answer 18

Just be like, MOTHER! I'm a vegetarian DEAL with it

Or just tell her, then don't eat meat until they realize you are serious.  

Answer 19

tell your mum and dad to come to your room. When they are there step into your closet and close the door. burst open the doors and step out. shout "I'M OUT OF THE CLOSET MUM AND DAD!!! I'M A VEGIE"

Answer 20

You just have to say you would like to try Quorn etc for a while, it is after all your body and your chioce. I choose not to eat because we dont need to eat meat in our society but i still cook it for the rest of my family, so there should be a comprimise Good Luck :)

Answer 21

How about approaching mom and telling her you want to have a serious talk with her.  Tell her your reasons and what led up to them.  Tell her so that she will understand.  When you approach her, tell her you need her to understand you and your beliefs.  Explain to her calmly that you feel this is something you need to do and ask her if she has questions for you.  Before you talk to her, make sure you are prepared to answer them.

Answer 22

Sausage casserole?  Spaghetti bologne?  Ew no wonder you don't like meat, you are eating it all wrong.  

Tell you mom you want spaghetti with out the bologne in it.  

In fact tell her that all that processed food is not good for the body in general.  I think your mother needs to come up with a new menu.  ew.

Answer 23

just say i am going to become a vegetarian. give her the reasons why you want to. it's your choice, whether or not she agrees.

Answer 24

sit down with mom and discuss what foods you prefer to eat

Answer 25

"Hey mom and dad. I'm a vegetarian now. That means I don't eat meat."

Answer 26

try eating a little meat for a while, because your body can't get used to it that quickly. so, when your positive you're ready, tell her that u think that eating meat is cruel to animals, and u want to just lay off on the meat. but, for now, tell her that u wanna just have a little les meat for now!

Answer 27

"Mom..Dad..I don't like meat.So..Deal with it!"

Answer 28

hey just say "mom im thinking of becoming a vegetarian" if she says you eat too much meat tell her you would like to try to stop

im sure shell understand

Answer 29

Just say, mummy, daddy I'm a vegetarian and I dont want anymore Roast beef, fried chicken, barbecue ribs, or minted lamb, I'm sure they will understand. Oooops wheres the fridge!

Answer 30

Just say - 'Mam/Dad, I just have to tell you - I'm a vegetarian.'

If they love you and care for you, then they will have to stand by your beliefs. Everyone is entitled to their opinion of life :-)

Make it clear you are serious - Tell them about you turning meat down.

Remember to make it clear - If they put meat in front of you, refuse to eat. you have to eat something.

If it gets really desperate, and your forced (Which is against your rights) then eat free-range. That's what I do. At least the animal is happy, before it is killed, and even then it is killed humanely.

Hope I helped... ;-) Stand by your beliefs...

Answer 31

Just tell her - & if she insists on buying food you don't like, ask for money to go & buy your own food & keep it separate if you can. It's not right she's laughing at you. She should be thinking about your well-being, not laughing at you. In fact, show her this - http://www.britishmeat.com/49.htm - it's a great argument for being a veggie.