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True friendship: a helping hand when you're struggling | Exposure
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I am witness to how the positive feedback loop of social connectedness has allowed people to thrive in a seemingly disconnected pandemic world. From networks to friendships, people have found practical assistance, uplifting gestures, and various opportunities to be supported, encouraged, and validated.

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Veganism is not about… (1)

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This is an expansion of a small part of the 1st Vision: Vegan World Learning Call: Veganism 101 I did today. I sincerely apologize to those who were not able to make it because of technical difficulties. I did not receive any notifications until after the call ended. And I am still receiving notifications to join the meeting until now. Actually, the learning call went really well and even extended a little beyond 5:30 Philippine time. 

That first learning call was simply an introduction, an overview for newbies and the vegan-curious. There will be many other topics to explore, and I am hoping to conduct these calls every other month and will be inviting guest speakers to share their line of expertise related to veganism. Looking forward to doing the next one in March 2020 and seeing you there!

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