MyHeartsongs Podcast # 149 The Hunt 2021

Hunting for elk in the Cruces Basin of northern NM. I was a vegetarian for years, and understand that this topic may be hard to relate to for some. I used to say I was a “non limbic system” fish and fowl okay flexitarian: however recent studies indicate that fish can feel pain and birds do indeed have brain structures resembling a limbic system, hence emotions. For me, it is important to be intimately familiar with the main meat source in my life. I don’t generally eat beef or pork, because of the conditions in which they are commonly raised. I try to eat fowl domesticated under more caring circumstances, but it is still taking a life to support my own. I do engage in the hunting process with awareness, kindness and respect.