“Animals are my friends... and I don't eat my friends.”
— George Bernard Shaw
Simplified Meaning:
The quote is about treating animals with kindness and respect, just like we do with our friends. Imagine you have a good friend that you really care about; you wouldn’t want to hurt them. The person who said this feels the same way about animals. They see animals as friends, so they choose not to harm them by eating them. For example, just like you wouldn’t think of eating your pet dog or cat because you love them, this person applies that feeling to all animals. By doing so, they are showing compassion and a desire to protect other living beings. If someone wants to follow this idea, they can start by considering a plant-based diet or reducing their meat intake, helping them align their actions with their feelings of kindness toward animals.
