Hi,
I dont know whether its a step towards ascesion or not, but considering my parental heritage I was brought up not eating Non vegetarian. There was a point in my life where I got the hint that eating Non Veg was 'cool'. I tried putting a piece of chicken in my mouth but I couldnt even touch it I dont know why. I was in school around where almost 95% of people were Non Veg and it was easy to get caught up but somehow I managed not to get caught in eating meat. And now its okay with me. I think if you know where to look for it, you ll find enough vegetarian dishes that are super delicoius so I have never felt the need of even trying it now. I dont think I ever will anyways. That was my viewpoint.