How to Stay Raw in ANY Circumstances with Lissa @RawFoodRomance ​

Enjoy this LIVE with Lissa from Raw Food Romance as we dive into

“How to Stay Raw in ANY Circumstances!”

Whether you’re traveling, dealing with cravings, or juggling life’s challenges, we’re sharing tips and strategies to help you stay on track and thrive on your raw journey!

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How to Stay Raw in Any Circumstances: Proven Tips, Mindset Shifts, and Real-World Strategies

If you’ve ever wondered how to stay raw in any circumstances, you’re not alone. Whether you’re facing winter in a cold climate, social pressures at family gatherings, emotional stress, or just the daily grind, sticking to a raw vegan lifestyle can feel challenging. But the truth is, with the right mindset, practical strategies, and a little preparation, you can absolutely learn how to stay raw in any circumstances, and even thrive while doing it.

In this post, I’ll share insights from my years on the raw food path, as well as wisdom from my inspiring friend Lissa @RawFoodRomance. Together, we’ve faced just about every scenario you can imagine, and we’re here to help you master how to stay raw in any circumstances, no matter what life throws your way.

Start With Your “Why”

The foundation for how to stay raw in any circumstances is knowing your “why.” Ask yourself: What are the real reasons you want to eat raw, even when it’s tough? Stack up as many reasons as you can, health, energy, clarity, joy, compassion, ecological reasons, or simply how good it makes you feel. The more reasons you have, the more resilient you’ll be when temptation or challenges arise. When your “why” is strong, your willpower doesn’t have to be.

Embrace the Seasons, And Your Situation

Many people think it’s easier to be raw in the summer, but every season has its unique challenges. In winter, produce might be less abundant or more expensive, and the cold can make raw food less appealing. One of the best ways to tackle this is to focus on gratitude for what you can get. Celebrate the bananas, apples, or dates you do have access to, rather than longing for tropical fruit. Remember, learning how to stay raw in any circumstances means making the best of what’s available, not waiting for perfect conditions.

Practical winter tips:

• Eat enough to keep your metabolism up.

• Use a blender to gently warm soups and stews.

• Use a dehydrator to make warming snacks.

• Move your body, exercise helps you stay warm and energized.

• Wear cozy clothes and embrace the season.

Develop New Coping Mechanisms

Stress, emotional upheaval, and loneliness can all make it harder to stick to raw foods. Many of us are used to turning to food for comfort. Learning how to stay raw in any circumstances means developing new tools for handling stress: breathwork, meditation, journaling, or simply reaching out to a friend. Remember, food is for nourishment and joy, not your only coping mechanism.

Practice Makes Progress

You get good at what you practice. If you want to master how to stay raw in any circumstances, put yourself in those situations and practice making raw choices. Social events, travel, or stressful days are all opportunities to build your resilience. The more you do it, the easier it gets.

• Bring abundant raw food to gatherings so you’re never left hungry.

• Don’t stress about being perfect, one less-than-ideal meal won’t ruin your progress.

• Focus on the big picture, not tiny “imperfections” in your diet.

Prepare and Plan Ahead

Decision fatigue is real! With thousands of choices to make each day, planning your meals and snacks ahead of time can make all the difference. How to stay raw in any circumstances is much easier when you:

• Keep your kitchen stocked with fruit and veggies.

• Prep dressings, salads, and snacks in advance.

• Bring food with you everywhere, smoothies, fruit, wraps, or salads.

• Have a go-to meal for busy or stressful times (smoothies, simple salads, or just bananas at the counter!).

Handle Social Situations With Grace

Social pressure is a huge challenge for many. When someone offers you cooked food or questions your choices, remember: saying “no” to food is saying “yes” to your goals. Be loving and grateful, explain your reasons if you feel comfortable, and bring your own delicious raw food to share. Over time, friends and family will learn to respect your choices.

If you’re worried about offending someone, reassure them it’s not about them, it’s about what feels best for you. Suggest making or sharing a raw dish together, and remember, true friends will want to support your journey.

Let Go of Static Perfectionism

One of the biggest obstacles to learning how to stay raw in any circumstances is a static idea of perfectionism. It’s easy to get caught up in tiny details, worrying about one non-raw ingredient or beating yourself up for not being “100%.” Instead, zoom out and look at the big picture. To me, the secret is learning that we are always perfect, that true perfection is found in the process, not a static idea. Every raw meal is a win. Every day you choose foods that nourish you, you’re succeeding.

Learn more about my view of perfection being a process here.

Learn From Every Experience

There are no mistakes, only learning opportunities. If you find yourself making choices you didn’t plan for, ask yourself why. Were you stressed? Unprepared? Peer-pressured? Use that information to plan differently next time. How to stay raw in any circumstances is about being present, adapting, learning, and growing with each new challenge.

Make Raw Food Fun and Satisfying

Don’t forget to enjoy your food! Explore new recipes, try nostalgic favorites in raw form, and make eating an experience. Whether it’s sushi rolls, hearty salads, or sweet fruit, find what excites you and makes you look forward to your next meal. When you love what you eat, how to stay raw in any circumstances becomes a joy, not a chore. Be sure to check out my FREE Raw Recipe APP as well as my Free Frickin Rawsome Recipes Playlist and my Recipe Books and Meal Plans for inspiration!

Take It One Day at a Time

Finally, remember that learning how to stay raw in any circumstances is a journey, not a destination. It can really help to let go of worry about being raw for a week, a month, or a year, and instead just focus on today. Buy an abundance of foods you love, plan your meals, stay present, and celebrate every victory, no matter how small.

How to stay raw in any circumstances is absolutely possible for you. With the right mindset, preparation, and self-compassion, you can navigate any challenge and keep thriving on your raw journey. Be gentle with yourself, keep learning, and most importantly, enjoy the ride!

A huge thanks to Lissa for this amazing live and for co-creating the Ultimate Raw Vegan Bundle! It was and always is a blast and so gem-filled! Be sure to follow her for more on her IG @RawFoodRomance, Her YT @RawFoodRomance and Check out her Amazing Raw Recipe ebooks here!

PS Enjoy these Past Interviews with Lissa as well!

Why People Fall for Fad Diets with Lissa of @rawfoodromance

Raw Food in the Winter Made Easy with Lissa of @rawfoodromance

Extreme Weight-loss Without Restriction with Lissa of @rawfoodromance