In this conversation, I speak with Dr. Angela Crawford, a psychologist, educator, and award-winning author of 'The Vegan Transformation: A Journey to Heal Yourself and the World' (Lantern Publishing &
Media, 2025).
With over 25 years of clinical experience, she is passionate about bringing
her expertise in psychology to empower people toward holistic health, emotional wellbeing, purpose, and values-aligned living.
Her passion is teaching individuals and groups about emotional
resilience and thriving with a plant-powered lifestyle, drawing on principles of psychology and lifestyle medicine.
Enjoy listening in.
We covered:
- Psychological tools for emotional resilience and self-awareness
- Interconnection between diet, mental health, and emotional well-being
- Techniques like EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EFT for trauma and emotional regulation
- The importance of self-care routines and environmental cues
- Ethical and health benefits of transitioning to a plant-based diet
- Building motivation and overcoming self-sabotage through curiosity and compassion
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Angela Crawford and her holistic health approach
03:20 - The connection between psychology, health, and personal growth
09:58 - The journey into plant-based nutrition for health and ethics
13:55 - How diet influences emotional and neurochemical health
20:36 - Practical tips for communicating health choices in social settings
22:02 - Core health principles and establishing routines for well-being
27:35 - The scientific backing for exercise, meditation, and journaling
33:14 - Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS) and self-dialogue tools
47:24 - EMDR as a trauma-reprocessing modality
61:52 - Exploring EFT and bilateral stimulation techniques
65:37 - The synergy of psychological, nutritional, and behavioral health
68:28 - Angela's work on the emotional and spiritual benefits of a vegan lifestyle
72:21 - Action steps for starting and maintaining health and emotional practices
78:32 - Overcoming self-sabotage through curiosity and small steps
80:43 - The importance of taking action, staying connected to purpose, and ongoing learning
You can learn more about Dr. Angela and her work below:
https://angelacrawfordphd.com/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelaCrawfordPhD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelacrawfordphd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelacrawfordphd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaCrawfordPhD/
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