What if the way you go vegan is the way you do everything else in life?
This week, we go behind-the-scenes with Michele Olender writing the first draft of a book in 30 days using the very same coaching method she’s used to help hundreds of people start, restart, or re-energize their vegan and plant-based practices—especially in midlife and beyond.
This isn’t just about writing a book. It’s about facing resistance, moving forward without the perfect plan, and becoming the kind of person who keeps going. Whether you’ve been stuck on a big goal, scared to fail, or overwhelmed by the “how,” this episode offers a candid, encouraging look at how small daily actions build real transformation.
Michele shares:
Why she decided to draft a book in public, in just 30 days
How her V.E.G.A.N coaching framework applies to writing, mindset, and more
The role of fear, perfectionism, and vulnerability in personal growth
What her book-in-progress is about (and where you can read it)
Why the practice is more powerful than the finished product
If you’ve ever said, “I’ll start when…”—this one’s for you.
Listener Challenge:
What’s one thing you’ve been putting off because it doesn’t feel like the right time? What if you started a tiny version today?
Resources & Links Mentioned:
Follow Michele’s writing journey on Substack: How You Go Vegan
New website: VeganAtAnyAge.com — help Michele test it!
Instagram: @vedgeyourbest
About Vedge Your Best:
Hosted by certified life coach Michele Olender, Vedge Your Best helps midlife and beyond listeners use mindset tools, humor, and compassion to make consistent and meaningful vegan choices—without perfectionism or pressure. New episodes every week.
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