Day 75- Support One Another Right Now

[Bunny Berry]

There has defnitely been something in the air, and I let this video stew before I posted it publicly to RawFu. But here it is. You guys know that I speak my mind, and I don't want this community to be a place where I have to feel censored by what I say, what I discuss, in order to shoot happy rainbows out of my ears. THere are pepole in this community fighting cancer, abuse, lifestyle diseases, mental illness, and bad days. And if we can't talk about them as a community, then what can we talk about?

Fod logs are only so interesting for a week or so. So, let it all hang out. I might be the only speaker on the raw food circuit who is openly on anti-depressants. And so what? I encourage all feedback on the subject. Goddess Durga has made me open my eyes to a possibility that there is hope, and that I should stop limiting my thinking to "trying to find somehing else that works." That's why we're all here, to share our expriences, warts and all until we find out true path.

Thank you for being my beautiful and honest friends. And for having constructive things to share. I love you for that.

[Terry]

Here's my take...anybody who feels like it's their job to give someone the smackdown should think about why they feel it's necessary to knock someone down. It says more about THEM than it does about the person they are trying to belittle. They are coming from a place of ego instead of love. While they're pointing the finger at you, they have three fingers pointing back at them. We've all heard those things before...they're nothing new. But sometimes we need to be reminded.

It feels like a blow to OUR OWN ego when someone says hurtful things, but we have to send love that feeling of hurt and love to the one trying to hurt us. You seem to know that, though, Bunny.

You're okay in my book :-)

[Debi]

Bunny Congrats on the 40 lbs. Also congrats for the video. I wrote something earlier but for some reason it didn't post so I will try to remember what I said. I will be here to support you as long as you are here. It is unfortunate that you have the naysayers, the "perfectionist"..... who feel they can either tip the boat, or that their way is the only way. As others have said here YOU, YOUR honesty, and YOUR realism is what makes this wonderful community it why we are you, it is why you are our leader, and why you are so inspiring and loved by this community. You have always been very clear on your purpose and mission of Raw Fu and if that is not what people are looking for then they don't need to be here. I would like to suggest that you do as others say and delete the nastiness, don't give it any power, there is to much positive and love in this community. I would also like to suggest that if you have problems with someone that you speak to them but if it continues that you politely ask them to leave the site and block them from posting or sending you emails. I'm not a techi so don't know if that is even possible. Everyone is on this journey and what most people fail to recognize is what works for one person may not work for another person, so people can do 100% raw, some can only do 50% because of their body type but what ever they do they are changing their health for the better and you are instrumental in teaching people this simple concept!

[Rawzilla]

I watch your videos because you are honest. (And supportive and sweet.)

There are a lot of cover-ups and dishonesty out there among the self-proclaimed raw food "experts." The reality is there are a lot of people who are very sick, despite eating a raw foods diet. Those "experts" know it and don't mention it in their books and lectures. This needs to be addressed truthfully.

Thank you putting it all out there and not trying to force an ideal into a reality for the sake of promoting one thing as the ultimate cure for everything.

[Pamela L. Reilly, Naturopath]

Thanks so much for being you and teaching others to love and accept themselves exactly as they are. I am SO disappointed to hear about the negativity and harmful judgment that you've received. Judgment is ugly in any form, but especially on a forum designed to offer support and encouragement. I'm so sorry! Keep doing what you're doing. If you were not postiively impacting people and challenging them to expand their horizons, they wouldn't be responding with such negativity. Be encouraged by that! You are affecting them in powerful ways and should be proud of that. Their stuffed anger and resentment causing them to respond negatively and vehemently to you is their problem. Please try not to let it get to you. (Easier said than done, I know.) Thanks for asking them to spread their dogma elsewhere. Loved that line!

[Becky B.]

Sweet Bunny! AMEN to your message today! I cannot imagine anyone ever leaving nasty comments for you (or anyone else who is here to love/support/encourage others on this journey.) Thank you for everything and I am so blessed to be here and to know that this is a place of acceptance and love. People who are mean or rude will always be that way, regardless of their circumstances, and I feel sorry for them. They can simply leave and find a place where they can spread their "dogma" - well said Bunny!!
You DESERVE to be where you are - uncensored and honest.
((((HUGS))))
XOXOXO
Becky

[Cece]

You are the reason I've managed to get this far with raw food. I was never able to stick with the purist, rigid philosophies, the all or nothing gurus. This gentle, accepting site you set up allowed me to ease into it and I've come so much farther than I've ever thought possible. People keep asking my husband and me what "diet" I'm on because they want to follow it and I tell them google for Rawfu.!

[Rawzilla]

An idea. Ask those people who think you don't deserve to be here to post it on this forum. Let the reality of the situation clear that up for them, as they will find out how many look forward to your honest, non-dogmatic offerings several times per week.

There are plenty of so-called raw food experts who don't reveal any of their "scratches or dings" and claim the same for their "followers."

Personally, I'd rather know the truth.

[sanziana sky]

Bunny, from the bottom of my heart i say: U R MY HEROINE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I dont know what others may say or fell.. but u trully help change my life in a better, healthier emotional way..

and im grateful for all that u shared with us and all the wonderfull helped u gave us.. don't think i could have done it without u.

thaaaank u Bunny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

big hugs and kss

[Mary Miller]

Hi Bunny,
I have so much more to say but will keep it to...
* This is my favorite web site. Period. Just a short couple of months ago I was invited here by a wonderful man that I barely knew and now have a full blown, rainbows coming out of my ears, loving relationship with. Like, wow Bunny! From the beginning I loved the positive vibe (warts and all) found here. It has been the kindness and friendliness of the members and beautiful YOU that have made me want to stay. Whoever has given you crap is out of their mind and I invite them to keep moving on too. THANK YOU for being a caring friend who has worked so hard to bring out the best of all of us.
Hugs, Mary

[Littlewolf]

People dont like real and honest they like fake and looks good more than not..and you say whats happening in your life, its not perfect your not a size 0 and things go pear shaped...just like normal ordinary folk...your not form a rich family you dont have a trust fund to fall back on or a wealth spouse...BUT..your wonderful :) your out there say waht needs to be said in a common sense down to earth way which I love....

I have syopped going on all the other HIP forums and sites re Rawfood LIFESTYLE and the so called Gurus who just seem to out for the money and prestige..although...I do wish you well in your efforts and I do hope you will be able to make a decent living from things as you have put a hell of a lot of work into it !...

hugs..

[Manuelita Saenz]

Sorry you are getting bad vibed. This is a great site because it isn't cultish and you are the reason why. You speak to people where they are and inspire them to do better. Food is just one part of our lives.

[Barbara]

Dear Bunny,
I am not a raw food person but someone close to me is and so I get your videos and I love watching and listening to you. I have been on medication for depression and major panic attacks since the 80's. I have tried to wean myself off of the meds and each time it ends in disaster. I have finally reached a point where I accept that I probably will have to be on these meds for the rest of my life. You know what? I don't care. I like the place where I am and if I have to take meds to be here, well, there you go. I feel good about myself. I have friends. My kids have grown up to be wonderful people. I have lovely grandchildren. What more can I ask? Don't beat yourself up if you have to have help. You are doing a good job and people love you. What more can you ask???
God Bless,
Annie