2074:
When we get talking to
someone about Animal Rights, at first we want them to make an effort, to think
about the subject. So, perhaps instead of driving over to their place we need
them to come half way, towards us. Maybe meeting near the middle, which is a
point where we are at ease with each other. That means, first and foremost,
establishing and maintaining a friendly atmosphere. We want their respect: they
want our non-judgement of them.
Driving over to their place
may be largely our idea. We set the ball rolling - getting them thinking. So,
our ‘no-use-animal’ idea, if it’s to impact on them, means they have to travel
past their own resistance, past preconception and even a little bit further, so
they’re not put off by our boasting about our being ‘vegan’.
If we want parking rights
over at their place we must make the best use of them. We may only have them
for a limited time. Talking vegan is heavy. Why would anyone want to be
listening to me talk to them about this subject?
How long will it be before
their patience runs out, before they want us gone?
After we get permission to
enter, it’s a question of striking a balance – and not overstaying our welcome.
We don’t want to get a parking ticket from our friends.
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