Raw Liberty

Raw Garden Party

Raw Garden Party

Summer Celebrations in the Raw!

 

1-Day Class

Saturday 10^th July, 2010

10:30am – 4:00pm

1 – Day live class Nr. Southwold, Suffolk, England.

With Lisa Simpson, Raw Liberty – Raw Food Coach and Chef.

Hosted by Jenny Yemaya Cook: HHI Health Educator, Raw Dolphins.

The summer is upon us, and everyone has dusted off their barbecues, and cracked open the beer, ready to enjoy those relaxing summer evenings.

But what happens when you follow a raw vegan lifestyle? Barbecues just don’t hold the same excitement do they?

But hold on...it doesn’t have to be this way!

This class is ideal for those people who want to live harmoniously raw in a cooked food home and still enjoy a Summer Garden Party whilst steering clear of the barbecue!

Are you struggling to stay raw at summer events, when everyone around you is eating cooked food?

Have you wondered if you need to sacrifice or limit your raw food journey when attending social events? 

Are you ready to learn how to make delicious raw recipes for you, so that you can still share those long summer evenings when your loved ones are barbecuing?

There are a lucky few who go and stay raw with their partner, but in my experience these lucky people are in the minority. Staying harmoniously raw in a cooked food home can seem daunting at times, and can be a challenge especially when it comes to preparing different meals for yourself and your family and when having a summer social get-together. However, I have good news for you; this couldn’t be further from the truth! It is possible, there is no need to compromise; it just takes a little more time and organisation than if you were all eating the same food that’s all! 

Come and learn how to make: 

v  Rawtastic Canapếs

v  Vegetable Platter with Sunseed Pate, Pistachio Pesto and Tomato and Olive Tapenade

v  Sun Burgers with Tomato Sauce and Crispy Onions

v  Spicy Italian Kebabs

v  Corn-cobs

v  Onion Bread

v  Super Summer Salads

v  Fruit Kebabs with Chocolate Sauce and Orange-Goji Dip

v  Summer Berry Ice Cream Sandwich

v  Mocktails: Lemon-Basil Iced tea, Strawberry Sizzler, Pina Colada.

That’s an incredible 20 recipes that will be all yours – enabling you to enjoy summer gatherings without having to compromise your food preferences! 

What's included?

· 1 full day of teaching from 10:30am - 4:00pm (value £75)

·  Question & Answer session with Lisa & Jenny (priceless!)

· Delicious tasters throughout the day (value £8)

· A substantial Raw Garden Party Lunch (value £15)

·  A “Raw Garden Party” recipe pack to take away with you (value £10)

· Access to The Raw Liberty Shop to browse or buy foods, products etc.

TOTAL VALUE £108+

The class fee is just £75 per person and covers all of the above representing, excellent value for money. Lisa has done all the thinking for you, and will show you how you can recreate these fabulous recipes in your own home!

Saturday 10^th July, 2010

The class starts at 10:30am and will finish at 4:00pm. Doors open at 10:00am

Please note that bookings are not refundable once made, but can be transferred to a third party on request.

Book now!

at www.rawliberty.co.uk

You will be sent the full address and directions upon booking. 

Any Questions?

Simply email Lisa at lisa@rawliberty.co.uk or telephone 07939 848371 during office hours.

Testimonials:

“Thank you Lisa for a brilliant, informative, tasty day 'at the Table'. You showed me that making delicious raw food is easy and fun! Really well run, value for money and a great day out.” Marianne in Reading.

 

Raw Food House Party

We all know the importance of support when we take that step away from the 'norm' that society imposes on us, and choosing the raw path, is certainly one hellova step away from the norm! Particularly for me, being the only person choosing this way of living and eating in my family, it would have been hard if not virtually impossible for me to stick to my raw journey without support from other people who share my values.

Over the past few years, I have made some truly amazing people, with whom I have connected on so many levels.  This has really helped me stay true to my self and inspired me to keep going when things get rough. Now my closest friends are spread all round the country!

If you've been following my blog, you'll know how far I'm prepared to travel to maintain this support network...there was the mad trip to the Glasgow Meetup...three hours drive to Glasgow and two more to find the venue!!!, thanks to an inverted Google map and dyslexic receptionist for not helping me in any way whatsoever! Fortunately the lovely Gail had thought to save me some food otherwise I'd have travelled all that way for nothing, and would have just had to munch on 20 raw samosas that were in the back of my car!!! I'm grateful to Emma and Gail and their partners for stopping behind to chat after the meetup otherwise it would have been a bit of a wasted trip!

After this event, I was finally convinced that a sat nav was vital if I'm to stay raw and sane!!!! So, sat nav fully installed and the world is my oyster (not sure what the raw equivalent of this phrase is, but rest assured, no oyster is going to cross my lips!) So my next potluck destination was...Suffolk! Four and a half hours away!!!! This is getting ridiculous! ...Sadly for my poor car, a weekend in Suffolk with Jenny is just not to be missed, beautiful company, location and food, ( check back to my blog on 22/04/10) and since she holds potlucks every month, I guess that's where I'll be headed!

So, three hours north, or four and a half south...there must be something closer to home!!! And there is!!! This is when I discovered the Raw Food House Party!

It's a goup of wonderful people in and around Manchester (yes only 30 mins away!) who meet every month for a potluck and a chat! And that's where I found myself last night! Great company, and fabulous raw food, what more could anyone want in an evening!!!!

Fabulous spread!

My plateful, just had to try everything!

Broccoli and cauliiflower sushi

Curried mixed vegetables

So, my raw diary is getting full, as is my tummy lol!

This week I've been on a course where lunch was provided in the canteen. As we walked to the canteen the smells wafted down the corridor.......'Mmmmmmmm' was the general concensus of opinion around me, and me? ...holding my breath! Does our sense of smell really change that much when we go raw? Guess it does. Those cooked smells did nothing for me, and certainly didn't tempt me into the canteen! So if you're struggling to stay raw, believe me, if you stick with it, it does get easier, your senses will help you out! Luckily I'd brought my own salad and crackers, and braved the comments of...'Ooh you're sooo healthy!'

Oh, and I forgot to mention that we were split into groups according to our favourite Celebrations chocolate!!! Um...where does that leave me!!!

It's amazing how different it feels to be actually sharing a meal, rather than just sitting at the same table as someone whos is eating something totally different! And preparing food that is enjoyed by others is a real bonus! 

So, if you're struggling to stay raw, keep up your support networks, they're invaluable, and you'll be surprised hoew many groups there are springing up around the country, so you don't have to go to quite the lengths that I do!!!
 
 
 
 

Raw Transformation

Throughout my raw journey, I find myself constantly redefining who I am and how I want to live. I see every experience as being perfect for my physical and spiritual growth. I am moving into a new space in consciousness where I am willing to see myself differently, and create new thoughts about myself and my life.

A major part of this transformation took place over the last few days, when I attended an amazing, awe inspiring and deeply soul searching event: Karen Knowler's Raw Transformation Experience - where I spent 3 awesome days with Karen, met many amazing people, and made deep connections with some beautiful souls. Karen has the amazing ability to be down-to earth, inviting and approachable, whilst being a total inspiration, a true mentor and a raw goddess!

The food throughout the three days, lovingly prepared by the wonderful Russelll James, was absolutely amazing. We were blessed with an abundance of living foods from green smoothies to Raw Burgers - it was such a treat not to have to prepare my own food!

Karen and Russell also demonstrated a range of tantalising recipes from the quick and easy to more complex dinner party delights (including the Chocolate Vanilla Torte pictured)- which couldn't fail to inspire!

The Raw Transformation Experience took us on a life-changing journey from the time we feel that 'Inner Call' to the ultimate dream of 'Living Magically on Raw'. This journey is one of passion and clarity in which we created our own unique vision of our superhero self, and with Karen's expert guidance and support, we devised a rock-solid game plan that would support us internally and externally and keep us on track as we move towards our ultimate goal.

The event moved me in ways I hadn't pre-empted, and rocked my inner core. During a guided meditation, I had an amazing, goosebump inducing experience: I felt that I met and embodied my 'superhero self' - the me of my dreams. This has given me great strength. I now know that I need to look within to find my superhero, and can draw on her strength and courage at times of challenge, secure in the knowledge that she and me are now one; I'm no longer chasing her, but am able to live my dream - if I so choose.

A major emotional meltdown for me was the challenge to name and meet my nemesis. I recognise that the one thing that is constantly holding me back from really being free is that feeling of self-doubt which has been perpetuated throughout my life by negativity from those around me. Having opened myself up to this knowledge, I have made a commitment to myself to conquer my nemesis and set myself free. I have created my vision and know what steps I have to take to make that true for me on all levels, body, mind, heart and spirit. I now feel empowered to break through the barrier that has been holding me back and refuse to be pulled back into the spiral of self-doubt and self-sabotage. As I make choices in life around food, work, home, life...I commit to living consciously, to check in with myself to make sure that the choice is in alignment with my vision.

I feel I have gained deep clarity, focus and direction, and am ready to give myself permission to BE.

There is so much I could share about my experiences during this event... maybe I will one day.

To celebrate the end of our journey, we were treated to a raw dinner party and disco! We diner on the best food in the planet and danced into the night! The first of many such events I hope...!

The Raw Food Experience

I'm really excited to announce the date for my next class. Friday 4th September 2009! Check out 'Raw Liberty Classes' for details of what has proved to be a fun, inspirational and delicious day!

 

 

 

'Thank you for the professional, well organised, knowledgeable and inspiring session I spent with you last week.  Your coaching has helped me to get back and keep on track, as like you I live with a cooked family and we both know how difficult it is in the beginning.  You have made me realise that I have been trying to be too much of a perfectionist and this has been holding me back.  I think this comes about through reading so much literature, although this is inspiring it is nothing compared to having a personal coach. Thank you again; I would not hesitate to recommend your coaching sessions.' Linda Burns, Manchester.

Green Smoothie Day

Although everyday is a green smoothie day for me, this Saturday, August 15th is International Green Smoothie Day!

Join me and the Raw Divas in celebrating simplicity, affordability, empowerment and health!

Click here for details http://www.greensmoothiequeen.com/

Here’s what Karen Knowler has to say…

Karen Knowler says, ‘Awesome Raw Professionals I am currently working with to help them serve YOU’

‘Lisa Simpson | Raw Liberty – http://rawliberty.typepad.com/raw_liberty/ (Until her site goes live later this year)
- Struggling to enjoy raw because you home life is not as raw as you’d like it? Nagging partner or resistant kids? Fascinated by the raw food journey and wanting to explore it for YOU while living in a cooked food home? Lisa is the perfect teacher and coach for YOU.’

http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=116103332528

Thank you Karen

Exciting Times!

They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them for yourself…..

So, the exciting news is that Raw Liberty is taking the first steps in a major upgrade!

Firstly, I’m very excited to be holding my first (of many) one to one classes tomorrow, in which one very special lady will have my undivided attention for a whole five hours, to sample at least twelve different delicious raw food recipes which will take her from breakfast, through to lunch and culminating in a three course dinner!

If you’re interested in attending a one to one Raw Inspiration Day I’d love to hear from you… lisa@rawliberty.co.uk

The second update, and the one I’m most excited about, is that on Sunday, I’m heading off to Cambridge to attend the amazing Karen Knowler’s Raw Online Business Training Programme!

I’ll be working with Karen and two other wonderful ladies, to produce an amazing online business in which I can turn my raw passion into my vocation! This programme promises to be life-changing, and should give me all the tools I need to create a very special place for you to discover more about raw food and how it can transform your life beyond your wildest dreams, and where I can help you become the person you’ve always dreamed of being!

Look out for Raw Liberty online over the next few months, and join me for an amazing journey! x

The 3R Diner

The wonderful Claire aka The Raw Bombshell has created a new forum The 3R Diner.  This is a new forum - a place for you to go and find out information, tell everyone how you are getting along on the raw food journey, share ideas, post recipes and make new friends.  So please go and join up today.  See you at http://the3Rdiner.ning.com

Finding your ‘Inner Bombshell’

I’m so excited about the changes that 2009 is going to bring. I’ve just started a programme with the gorgeous Claire aka The Raw Bombshell. The essence of this programme is to release the real me, my inner person, my ‘bombshell’. This is the person I allude to be, but don’t yet claim.

I’ve asked myself, ‘How is not being true to myself and my needs of any benefit?’. Well it’s clearly not, so why is it something that seems so easy to do. It’s a familiar pattern and even though it may not be for my better good it sticks around preventing me from moving on to release my inner bombshell. Once I learn to lay negativity to one side I know I’ll find it easier to allow the ‘good stuff’ into my life. So I commit to letting negativity bounce off me rather than being absorbed to my core, and welcome the new changes this brings to my life.

What we eat affects the person we are and the way we deal with our lives. It’s all too easy at  times of stress or emotional upset to reach our for the so called comforting foods and drinks, but in reality this doesn’t help things in the long term and those same stresses are still lurking there waiting to knock us back again, but this time compounded with the guilt we feel for having given in to consuming the food and drink we knew wouldn’t serve our bodies. What we eat is a gateway to us finding our greater selves – to balancing our body, mind, emotion and spirit. When our body isn’t fighting the toxins we put in it, it becomes free to let us become our true selves. It is important to find our inner self and stay true to it.

Through the support of this programme and Jo Thomas’s Destination Fabulous, I intend to release my inner bombshell, to look and feel radiant, and feel truly alive.

I open new doors and express gratitude for what is.

The future is out there waiting for me …..

LBD Day 9

Today ,before my coaching call I had time to reflect on the reasons for my emotional eating/drinking and I journalled my thoughts, just let them flow and this is what I came up with…

It’s like, when I’m on a course, event, potluck etc. with other raw people, I’m living my dream. I feel alive, buzzing, the me I want to be, alive, free – but that seems to be my ‘dream bubble’. Then I return home to reality. Reality isn’t like that, I feel controlled, guilty, surrounded by criticism and negativity and I eat cooked/drink to numb myself from this. I feel like I’m going through the motions, that I’m dead. That I don’t deserve to live my dreams. That my dreams are just that – dreams. That it can’t be my reality in this world, unless I cahnge my world, and am I prepared to do that? I’ve changed my job which is the first step, but there are bigger steps which will effect others and I’m not sure I can take them, so I numb myself in my reality. I wake to regret it an dvow never to do it again, then something kicks in – some emotional blow, and I find myself unable to live my dream , so back to numbing myself yet again.  It’s a cycle I’m caught up in…

So with this in mind here’s a copy of my weekly check in…

The LBD Weekly Check in Status Report

  

Lisa Simpson

Your LBD Weekly Check in Status Report – End of week 1

 

What is your dream outcome for The LBD Programme?

To feel fantastic on the inside and look fantastic on the outside. To love myself and ooze confidence about my lifestyle choices.

 

Name one thing that you are going to commit to doing in the next 6 weeks and beyond to achieve LBD confidence

Take time for myself.

Name one thing you are going to ‘let go of’ in the next 6 weeks and beyond to achieve LBD confidence

Wine!!!!

Where are you at now compared to you dream outcome?

I think I’m more focussed as from today. I’ve reaffirmed my commitment to my dream outcome. I’ve committed to increasing my greens and have had a green juice every day for breakfast, a green smoothie every day for lunch and greens with tea, which has been largely raw.

What changes do you think you need to make to your diet or lifestyle to get you to your dream outcome?

I need to tackle my emotional eating/drinking head on, and have made a commitment to do that – since our call. To distract myself when I feel the need to numb myself.

I want to draw on all the areas of support I’ve learned this year, journaling, breathing, chanting, gratitude, crystal healing, meditating, affirmations, personal law. I have all these tools, now I need to use them in my journey – working on mind, body and spirit.

Name one thing you achieved last week that has got your closer to your dream outcome……Winning the ‘Green Smoothie’ competition and having 30 mins coaching from Jo! I wasn’t sure what I’d get from a coaching session, but how wrong I was. I’m seriously considering signing up for another session next week.

Name one thing you are committing to do this week to bring you closer to your dream outcome…..Having no crisps or wine, (oh and taking a bath!!!!)

Is there anything you need from me that would help you on your LBD journey? Such as me setting you short term goals, or us having daily check in emails…..whatever it is you need don’t be afraid to ask for help…The daily check in emails would be great thanks. I’m not sure if I need a loving approach or a firm one! Let’s go with loving for this week, as love is missing from my life at the moment.