A Year of Compassion

""A masterclass in living intentionally. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau offers practical, actionable advice that empowers each of us to make small changes with profound impacts--for animals, the planet, and ourselves. This book is a gift to anyone striving for a kinder, more sustainable world.""--Kathy Freston, author of 'Quantum Wellness, ' 'Veganist, ' and 'The Lean' ""If you want to make a difference while living a healthier, more meaningful life, read this book. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau offers friendly, inviting, and deeply impactful ideas to forge a truly compassionate life.""--Zoe Weil, President of the Institute for Humane Education and author of 'The Solutionary Way' ""This book had me from page one, from the concept that our goal is a life of compassion, imperfect of course, but brilliant and beautiful and necessary all the same. And these weekly focus points are agreeably accessible. They make sense in real life, as they help us create a kinder world.""--Victoria Moran, author of 'Main Street Vegan' and 'Age Like a Yogi' ""A life-changing guide for anyone seeking to align their values with their daily actions. With decades of experience as an advocate for plant-based living, Colleen arms readers with practical tips, inspiring insights, and achievable goals to embrace a zero-waste, plant-based, and cruelty-free lifestyle with kindness and ease. A must-read for those striving to make the world a better place--one compassionate choice at a time.""--Carleigh Bodrug, author of 'PlantYou' & 'PlantYou Scrappy Cooking' ""With all of Colleen's signature warmth and wisdom, this book is a heartfelt, practical guide to making the world kinder--for animals, the planet, and ourselves.""--Kathryn Kellogg, founder of goingzerowaste.com and author of '101 Ways to Go Zero Waste' ""A Year of Compassion is a roadmap for anyone who dreams of making a meaningful impact. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau shows that small, mindful choices can lead to profound change--for ourselves, the animals, and the planet.""--Paul Shapiro, CEO of The Better Meat Co. and author of 'Clean Meat' ""Colleen guides us through a year of simple actions that can transform how we live. A Year of Compassion proves that making a difference doesn't require perfection--just a willingness to try.""--Gene Baur, President and cofounder of Farm Sanctuary and author of 'Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food' ""Colleen has an incredible way of making compassionate living feel so approachable and doable. A Year of Compassion isn't just a guide; it's a source of hope and inspiration that gives you both the 'why' and the 'how' to make meaningful changes in your daily life. This beautifully crafted book is a must-have for anyone looking to live with more kindness, awareness, and impact.""--Toni Okamoto, author of 'Plant-Based on a Budget Quick & Easy'