Robbie Lockie: Courage, Compassion & Wisdom to Live a Better Life | Episode 27
When one utilizes courage to explore a new way of life for one’s health, work & impact in the world a lot can change for the better. Compassion & Wisdom must also be nurtured to come fully into alignment with one’s true path that ultimately can help the world become a better place. In this episode, I share the mic with Robbie Lockie as we explore his entrepreneurial life journey towards greater alignment, advocacy & positive impact.
Robbie Lockie is the Co-founder & Co-Director of Plant Based News, the biggest vegan news & media platform in the world. He is also the Founder of World Plant Milk Day.
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Key Highlights:
[00:01 - 15:11] Opening Segment
• Robbie’s experience growing up in Zimbabwe
• How Robbie ended up being the co-founder of Plant-Based News
His desire to work in digital media
• Take the leap of faith and go for your dreams
[15:12 - 32:41] The Effect that Food Has on the Body
• Why Robbie decided to go plant-based vegan
Realizing how much what you eat affects your bodies
• The reality of the industrialized food system
• Why do we treat animals the way we do?
[32:42 - 48:41] Plant-Based News Goes Viral
• Justin’s journey to the vegan lifestyle
• How addictive cheese is
The different types of vegan cheeses
• The evolution of Plant Based News
[48:42 - 1:03:17] The Beauty of Individual Animals
• The challenging aspect of veganism
• Make people feel more welcome and safe
• The relationship between people and animals
How amazing, rich & diverse plant-based can be
[1:03:18- 1:22:14] Awareness is Critical
• Why Robbie created World Plant Milk Day
• The power of social media, advertising & conversation
• Making the vegan lifestyle fun, approachable and exciting
The idea behind positive news
[1:22:15- 1:39:12] Closing Segment
• Robbie shares his spiritual journey
• Robbie’s last words of wisdom
Want to connect with Robbie? Follow him on Instagram. If you’re interested in learning more about the Plant-Based Lifestyle, head to Plant Based News!
Resources Mentioned:
The 7-Day Dairy-Free Challenge
Key Quotes:
“Go your own way, make your own path. Don't just accept what's given to you.” - Robbie Lockie
“For me, veganism is a moral baseline, it's a life philosophy, it's a protected belief.” - Robbie Lockie
“If we change our food system, we will change everything.” - Robbie Lockie
“Our thoughts lead to our words, our words lead to our actions, and our actions lead to the changes that we need.” - Robbie Lockie
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