While many spiritually awakened or conscious people adopt vegan or vegetarian diets, not all do. Some may choose to eliminate meat but not all animal products, while others alter buying habits to favor ethically-sourced foods without fully excluding categories. Ultimately, spiritual awakening manifests uniquely in each person's journey - so dietary decisions depend greatly on an individual's personal values, needs and interpretations around concepts like compassion. However, reverence and appreciation for the interconnectedness of all life tends to be a common thread among the spiritually awake.