It’s okay to feel unsettled. In Jainism, non-violence (ahimsa) toward all beings is central, so meat-eating is considered harmful to that ideal and can create karmic bondage. But one moment doesn’t define your path.

What you can do now:

• Acknowledge what happened with sincere remorse, and resolve to avoid meat in the future.
• Do a simple pratikraman or self-reflection to seek forgiveness from all living beings, including your own bad thoughts or actions.
• Increase practicing ahimsa going forward: deliberate vegetarian meals, mindful choices, and compassion in daily life.
• If you feel the need for purification, you can undertake modest, traditional acts of atonement (prayaschitta) as guided by a trusted Jain teacher or elder. Even small steps toward restraint and self-discipline have spiritual value.
• Strengthen regular spiritual practice: samayik (meditative period), swadhyay (self-study), and seva (helps others) to cultivate right attitude and conduct.

Remember, Jainism emphasizes progress on the spiritual path, not judgment for a single lapse. Renew your vow to live with compassion, and take consistent steps forward.