{"id":19720,"date":"2022-08-08T09:00:52","date_gmt":"2022-08-08T13:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vrg.org\/blog\/?p=19720"},"modified":"2022-08-08T10:01:18","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T14:01:18","slug":"its-okay-to-not-be-okay-vegan-reflects-on-picnic-hike-in-austin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vrg.org\/blog\/2022\/08\/08\/its-okay-to-not-be-okay-vegan-reflects-on-picnic-hike-in-austin\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Okay to Not Be Okay \u2014 Vegan Reflects on Picnic & Hike in Austin"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Nadely Requena, VRG Intern<\/p>\n

Hi there! My name is Nadely (pronounced like Natalie) and recently, I decided to embark on an adventure! Lately, everything seems to overwhelm me. From little snippets of conversations with others, I\u2019ve realized that I\u2019m not the only one who\u2019s going through it. I find myself procrastinating way too much and the work just never seems to end.<\/p>\n

In moments like these, it\u2019s vital that we listen to our bodies. There are internal alarm systems going off and we need to respond. I\u2019ve always found that going on walks provides me with clarity and an overall sense of peacefulness, especially when I go by myself.<\/p>\n

In light of how I\u2019ve been feeling, I thought a nice hike and vegan picnic would be a good way to alleviate my anxious thoughts. However, how fun would it be if I took you, a fellow reader, along for the ride? Or at least through some tips and tricks I\u2019ve learned from my numerous hiking trips?<\/p>\n

Are you ready? Okay, let\u2019s begin.<\/p>\n

First off, you need to make your lunch! I\u2019ve always found it very helpful to prepare meals that are easy to eat and that won\u2019t get your hands dirty. Sandwiches are usually my go-to just because they\u2019re so simple, but super customizable and delicious with every bite.<\/p>\n

Vegan Picnic Meal: <\/strong><\/p>\n