Hi Jens, I’ve had similar experience and have been a part of this lifestyle for about the same time as you. Just out of curiosity, when you ate chicken with them, you mentioned you felt badly afterwards. Was it physical discomfort, or more of the intellectual/emotional feelings you had? Personally I know I felt physically ill as well as almost “guilty” for not sticking to what I know has been a good decision for me. So for me I think it’s a matter of being confident in your own choices, and being willing to take the “heat” from friends and family that aren’t buying into the healthy lifestyle choice you’ve gone to. I’d be interested in Matt’s feedback as well. Good luck!
Nancy