Fear. You know what fear is. We’ve all experienced it before. Fear is a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, or pain. Whether the threat is real or imagined, fear is the feeling or condition of being afraid.

Last week on this blog I posted a survey called What Single Women Want. Among other things, I asked you single women out there to share your biggest fears with me. An underlying theme among the majority of you who answered is that you’re afraid of remaining as you are. You told me that you want to move forward.

I hear you ladies, so this week I want to talk with you about how you choose to handle your fears. Before I share some ideas with you, I want you to know that I’m just as human as you are. I have fears too, and although they do affect me, I choose not to let these fears rule my life.

Let me tell you a little story. My grandfather died of colon cancer when I was just 8 years old. That’s him to the right. My Grampy & Grammy. We were very close. Being that I was the first grandchild, we spent a lot of time together, and his death impacted me greatly. Especially because at that age, my dad was not huge part of my daily life. So Grampy was the only male role model i had on a regular basis. To this day -memories of my Grampy still live on in my heart.

Next was my Auntie Cheryl. That’s her holding me at the piano. Auntie Cheryl died of breast cancer when she was in her 40′s. She and I were EXTREMELY close. I think of her almost every weekend because we used to talk for hours on the phone. After loosing two family members to cancer, I’m sure you can imagine that I might have fears of the same thing happening to me. Especially because I have a good sized lump of fibrous tissue in my own breast.

Now yesterday the doctor tells me that I have fibroids in my uterus. GREAT! That’s excellent. *EXTREME SARCASM* I had no idea that they were there because I’ve ALWAYS had heavy menstrual flow and suffered with a lot of pain. Feeling faintish from anemia every now and then was never a big deal to me because when you live with something for most of your life you forget that it’s not normal.

I know that 1 in 4 women get fibroids, and that the stats are higher among black women. I know that fibroids are generally not cancerous, and can most definitely be controlled. Fibroids can even be shrunken by natural means, so why did I wake up this morning feeling afraid? When I first got the news yesterday, I was fine. Totally and completely fine. I actually found out from my Grammy that she has fibroids too, only hers are on the outside of her uterus, mine are inside.

With that knowledge you would assume that my fears would subside. Grammy’s 82 and still kicking. They told her she would never have children, she had 5 of her own and raised at least 7. I live a healthy lifestyle. I’m doing everything I can to stay well. But the truth is my biggest fear differs from what most of you mentioned on the survey last week. My biggest fear is not so much that I will never get married, or never have kids, or that I won’t find someone to love me. Yes, those thoughts do cross my mind from time to time, but my biggest fear is that I will do everything in my power to stay healthy and still wind up getting a disease. Finding out that I have fibroids shows me that somehow I’m out of balance. And anytime I notice that, it’s a red flag for me.

So I share this story not so you can have pity, and say oh Rochelle, it’s OK, you’re gonna be just fine. I share this story so that you can see that it’s OK to experience your fears. There is nothing wrong with being afraid. The problem arrises when you live in that spirit of fear.

So I’m afraid that my healthy lifestyle won’t be good enough to keep me totally free from disease. Does that mean I throw my hands up in the air and give up on my healthy lifestyle because nothing could ever be good enough and I’m gonna die of something anyway? Does that mean I go to the other extreme and become overly obsessed with being perfectly healthy? Should I permanently avoid all foods that I associate with fun?

Maybe your biggest fear is that you’ll be alone for the rest of your life. Does that mean that you should go buck wild and crazy and give your heart to every Jo Blow that shows interest? When that doesn’t work does that mean you should put up a barrier and turn every man away? Should you give up on the hope of finding love?

No! No! No! Fear is an emotion. If you’re gonna deal with it, you have to feel it. Just don’t LIVE in the spirit of fear. I’ve learned to give myself boundaries for my emotions, and I encourage you to do the same. If you’re afraid of facing your fears because you don’t know what to do with them, don’t just keep that emotion all pent up inside. Let your fears out. Write in your journal. Cry your eyes out. Shout and scream in your pillow if you have to. But set a limit to the amount of time you will allow yourself to remain in that funk. Contrary to popular belief, you CAN control your emotions.

If you need support on your journey to reach the place where you’re trying to go, don’t hesitate to write me an email. I show single women how to move their lives forward by cleansing the mind & body with real food- both spiritual & physical food, so they can look in the mirror, love the person they see, and truly OWN their singleness -without stress, confusion, or fear. I’d be happy to set up a time to have a conversation with you about the experiences you’re going through right now.

Send me an email – Let’s talk.

About Truth Lies & Secrets

Truth Lies & Secrets is a 7 day real food cleanse for single women. The ebook is dedicated to the modern single woman who wants to do more, be more, and live more.

Inside the ebook I expose the lies that we tell ourselves about the reasons why we are still single. Once the lies are exposed you will be able to see the truth for what it is and how it relates to your overall health. I also share secrets that helped me to be successful as a single woman on my own personal journey to natural health.

Cleanse your mind. Cleanse Your Body. Transform your life.
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Hello Ladies!

Those of you who read this blog on a regular basis you already know quite a lot about me. Today I’d like to get to know YOU!

Since the release of my new ebook, Truth Lies & Secrets on May 1st, 2012, I noticed that there are a WHOLE LOT of new faces that are coming to Simply Natural Ideas. Welcome! It’s REALLY great to have you here. I’d love the chance to get to know you better. If you are a single woman like I am, would you kindly take 3 minutes of your time to fill out the survey below? There’s a special bonus gift for you at the end. Thanks in advance for participating! You are SO awesome.

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What’s all this about Truth Lies & Secrets?

Truth Lies & Secrets is a 7 day real food cleanse for single women. The ebook is dedicated to the modern single woman who wants to do more, be more, and live more.

Inside the ebook I expose the lies that we tell ourselves about the reasons why we are still single. Once the lies are exposed you will be able to see the truth for what it is and how it relates to your overall health. I also share secrets that helped me to be successful as a single woman on my own personal journey to natural health.

Cleanse your mind. Cleanse Your Body. Transform your life.
GET YOUR COPY of Truth Lies & Secrets Today!

You can also Subscribe to this blog and get a free copy of my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week. Join me on Facebook by clicking “Like” on the new Simply Natural Ideas page.

No time to cook a big meal?
Try this Simply Satisfying Kale Zucchini Dish. It takes 3-5 minutes to prepare.
Wash a head of kale
& one or two small zucchini.
Add 1-2 TBLSP of coconut oil
in a pan with the heat on low.
Peel & Slice the small Zucchini
while the oil is melting on the stove.
Add the zucchini to the pan.
Rip the leaves off the kale stem
and throw them directly into the pan.

Once all the Kale that you plan to eat is in the pan add a little sea salt. Not too much, or it gets kinda crazy. Stir the kale & zucchini together, making sure that the coconut oil is distributed very well. You don’t need to cook the veggies to death you’re basically just warming it up to fuse flavours. After about two minutes or even less, transfer the kale & Zucchini into a dish and serve. You can add your favourite nuts or seeds at this point as a topping. I used almonds here. LOVE!

When i don’t feel like having a salad
This is kale zucchini dish is what I make.
It’s incredibly simple but I kid you not,
This is my favourite vegetarian dish.
THE TASTE MAKES ME DANCE WHEN I EAT IT!!! And it’s actually faster than making a salad, which is definitely a bonus.

I SERIOUSLY encourage you to try this! Every time I have this, I’m shocked at how amazing it tastes.Try it tonight, then come back to the blog and leave a comment about your experience. Delicious healthy eating doesn’t get any more simple than this.

Have you heard about Truth Lies & Secrets?

Truth Lies & Secrets is an ebook dedicated to the modern single woman who wants to do more, be more, and live more. My prayer is that this ebook will be the trigger that transforms not only your health, but also your entire life.

Inside the ebook I expose the lies that we tell ourselves about the reasons why we are still single. Once the lies are exposed you will be able to see the truth for what it is and how it relates to your overall health. I also share secrets that helped me to be successful as a single woman on my own personal journey to natural health.

Cleanse your mind. Cleanse Your Body. Transform your life.
GET YOUR COPY of Truth Lies & Secrets Today!

You can also Subscribe to this blog and get a free copy of my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week. Join me on Facebook by clicking “Like” on the new Simply Natural Ideas page.

Now get out there and eat some Kale!!
LOL Speak to you again real soon.

HEARTY ZUCCHINI AVOCADO CARROT SALAD

Hellou. Wanna try something yummy?

Cube two Avocados

Peel and slice a small zucchini

Chop up a carrot

Add a slash of Lemon juice

A little bit of Green onion, diced.

A pinch of sea salt, and a dash of oregano. Mix it all up and serve.

Top off your hearty zucchini avocado carrot salad with your favourite nuts or seeds.

I used pumpkin seeds this time.

I like how this salad is chunky.

It feels like you’re eating a hearty meal

but really it’s just a salad!

Enjoy the beautiful balance of flavours

and savour it to the last bite.

So natural. So satisfying. So good.

Look how easy it is to be healthy…

Total prep time is 5 mins. Isn’t life beautiful?

HEY! DID YOU HEAR THE NEWS?

My new ebook, Truth Lies & Secrets

is available now.

It’s a 7-Day Real Food Cleanse

for single women.

Cleanse your body.

Cleanse your mind.

Transform your life.

GET YOUR COPY of Truth Lies & Secrets Today!

You can also Subscribe to this blog and get a free copy of my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week. Join me on Facebook by clicking “Like” on the new Simply Natural Ideas page.

I appreciate your support!

Much love to you my friend,

-Rochelle.

Truth Lies & Secrets.
A 7 day real food cleanse
for single women.

Truth Lies & Secrets is an ebook dedicated to the modern single woman who wants to do more, be more, and live more. My prayer is that this ebook will be the trigger that transforms not only your health, but also your entire life.

Inside the ebook I expose the lies that we tell ourselves about the reasons why we are still single. Once the lies are exposed you will be able to see the truth for what it is and how it relates to your overall health. I also share secrets that helped me to be successful as a single woman on my own personal journey to natural health.

It’s not a mistake that you’re reading this page.
This is not something you came across by chance.
Whether you’ve been battling with weight loss
for years and years
or you just want to feel leaner
and cleaner inside,
I want you to know that your transformation
is much closer than you may realize.

If what you want is a leaner, cleaner body, a focused mind, and more energy to live your life, get yourself a copy of Truth Lies & Secrets. Place your order by clicking the button above and get instant access so that you can begin your journey today.

You can also Subscribe to this blog and get a free copy of my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week.

Join me on Facebook by clicking “Like” on the new
Simply Natural Ideas page.
I appreciate your support!
Much love to you my friend,

-Rochelle.

TRUTH LIES & SECRETS.

Hello my friends!

I have a special announcement for you.

Watch the video below

to hear all about my latest project:

Truth Lies & Secrets.

It’s a 7-Day Real Food Cleanse for Single Women.

So I’ll see you right here on Tuesday May 1st, 2012

Subscribe to get a free copy of

my first ebook, Breaking Cravings

and connect with me once a week.

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Much love & respect,

-Rochelle.

SIMPLY NATURAL SALAD IDEAS

Hi! I’m Rochelle. These are a few of my salad ideas.
I think salads are FABULOUS.
Why? Because they’re packed with nutrition & they taste GREAT.
My health coaching clients use these salads
as a part of their every day lives.
You can do it too!
Click on the names of the salads to see the recipes.

Hearty Zucchini Avocado Carrot Salad
So natural. So satisfying. So good.
It feels like you’re eating a hearty meal
but really it’s just a salad!
Enjoy the beautiful balance of flavours
and savour it to the last bite.

Parsley Avocado Salad
THIS SALAD IS SOOOOO GOOOD!
I make this whenever i don’t want to do a lot of work.
It literally takes about 3 minutes to prepare.
So Simple.
So Delicious.
It’s absolutely ridiculous.

Simple Kale Salad
Kale Salad is my absolute fave.
My Grammy loves it too.
We eat it almost every day.
Warning: You might start dancing if you eat this.
It’s just that good!

Spinach Salad
How cool is it that
you can have salad
without salad dressing
and yet it still tastes amazing?
Who needs dressing anyway?
You just have to be sneaky hehehe.

Zucchini Dip/Salad Dressing
If you like hummus
you will love this zucchini dip
And please don’t blame me
if you start eating all by itself
i’m warning you ahead of time
You may seriously enjoy this!!

Simply Satisfying Kale Zucchini Dish
When i don’t feel like having a salad
This is kale zucchini dish is what I make.
It’s incredibly simple but I kid you not,
This is my favourite vegetarian dish.
THE TASTE MAKES ME DANCE WHEN I EAT IT!!!
And it’s actually faster than making a salad.

Subscribe to get a free copy of my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week.

You can also join me on Facebook.
“Like” the new Simply Natural Ideas page.

Green Apple Lemonade

1/2 cup of lemon juice
1 cup of water
Spinach 2 handfuls, or about half the bunch
1 or 2 Green Apples
(1 if you want a light drink,
2 if you want more of a smoothie)
2 inches of Aloe Vera from the plant
1 TBLSP of Raw honey
Ginger root (optional)
5-7 ice cubes

Blend all ingredients together and enjoy.
This makes about 5 cups.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away!
Imagine what would happen
if you had two or three!!
Hehehe.

I’m sure you’ll enjoy this smoothie.
Very refreshing!
Very delicious
Very cleansing.

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This recipe makes 3-4 cups of
Carrot Ginger Soup

1 cup of water
1/3rd cup of lemon juice
3-4 cups of carrots, chopped & peeled
Fresh ginger root
(About 1 cup peeled & chopped)
1 Slice of onion
1 TBLSP of organic tahini
(sesame butter)
1/2 clove of fresh garlic
1 tsp of sea salt
1/2 tsp of cumin
a dash of cayenne pepper

Blend all ingredients till smooth.
Then blend it again to warm it up
and let all the seasonings merge,
or if you have a Blendtec like I do,
just use the soup button

This Carrot Ginger Soup is
SO off the charts.
If love were edible
it might taste like this soup.
Add a dollop of coconut cream/milk
to round out the flavours if you like!

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my first ebook, Breaking Cravings and connect with me once a week.

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CREAMY AVOCADO SOUP

This recipe makes 5 cups of
Creamy Avocado Soup
2 cups of water
1/2 cup of Lemon Juice
2 Avocados
2 small Tomatoes
2 big handfuls of spinach
1 green onion
5-6 sprigs of Dill Weed
3-4 sprigs of parsley
1 TBSLP of oregano
1 tsp of sea salt
Blend till smooth and creamy then serve.

Ok… THIS is
SERRRRIIIIIOUSLY DELICIOUS.
Like, really really good.

There’s no need to heat it up
it tastes amazing just the way it is.
BUT if you’re going to heat it,
add some coconut oil in the pan first.
This creamy avocado soup recipe is a MUST TRY!!!

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