I don't care what other people say about her, but I am 56 years old and thanks to her I change the way I eat. If you change one life that is a success. Thank you Kristina, muchas gracias. :)
the new earth is still a thing? i'm not being sarcastic, just out of the loop for years. i know some crazy things are coming. i know this world is manipulated. i'm deep into a lot of deep stuff and also realized it didn't help me to spend so much time looking at what the bad guys did, where they come from, etc. being happy and positive is new to me. i don't mean i'm depressed, i just have anxiety and don't live a fully alive exciting life.
In March of this year I felt the need for drastic change. I really felt like I was just waiting to die. I am 56 and weighed 314 pounds. Because of you I started being fully raw. I didn't do it one meal a week I went in full time all the way. Like a Phoenix, from the ashes I am reborn! I have lost 48 pounds and feel fantastic. This is all because of you. So now you have a drastic change in front of you. I know you will be great at whatever you do. Much love TamaRAW
I went to your co op in 2015... it was a beautiful experience. Everyone hugged me, including you. Thank you for keeping it alive for so long! ❤️ I'm excited to see the next chapter of your life and where you take your channel next :)
my dear come over here to Ghana. we need beautiful souls like you. our land is nourished and blessed. Africa is life changing. and despite our shortcomings we keep dancing and smiling. we will liven up your soul . god bless
The synchronicity I received from this video last night when it was uploaded, after I got back from standing on my feet for 18 hrs at my raw vegan shop. I have been shedding a lot of tears because recently I have felt like I am not receiving much needed support from family members. Doing everything by myself, building my business from the ground up, investing so much money in QUALITY ORGANIC PRODUCE from local farmers, thus to create expensive recipes in its raw form, doing long lists of spreadsheets for inventory, going hours and days without eating just to reinvest the money back into the business, walking 3 hour distances to my shop with grocery bags, getting on my hands and knees to do the dirty work of cleaning my shop floors, having to deal with employees who do not even respect the back breaking work that it took me to make my business flourish. I also feel as though many of my customers take for granted the high quality food that is being served to them at the low price that does not match the labor nor prices that I am paying to get this food to them, all because I wanted people to better their health by having access to healthy, high quality, and great tasting food. They do not see the dirty work, the long hours of waking up at 4am and not sitting down until it is time to go home at 9pm! They do not see the lost of support, the financial hardships, the blood, sweat, and tears. When adversity pops up and everything is telling you no, your heart keeps pushing you toward your purpose, and then you realize that no one cares for the business you have, BUT YOU! AND ITS HARD!!! IT MAKES YOU FEEL SO ALONE. There was also something that was told to me yesterday the same day this video was uploaded, that nothing is happening to me, BUT FOR ME, and those words hit my heart full force, which is what I needed to hear, so it was de ja vu once you had repeated those same words after hearing that from a good person earlier in my day. I shed a few tears during this video last night, and I have returned to post that you are not alone! This also motivated me to keep going with my raw vegan shop and stay strong through the hardships that I am now facing, this shop is all I have, and all the time I tell myself that my customers are my biggest investors because their dollar is what is allowing this shop to be open week after week despite all of the other short comings with finances, if only they knew! Thank you so much Kristina
Wow, that's super inspiring. Never give up!! You sound like a truly ambitious and compassionate woman. Thank you for what you do! We need more people like you in this world. If I'd live where you live I'd come to your store every day. Genuinely hope you're gonna succeed in the long run. Sending you all my love xx
Kristina I was a part of your coop on and off 6 years ago, and although I no longer live in Houston, I really valued and appreciated having the option for farm to table organic fruits and veggies for myself and my family- I didn't think anything like that could exist in Houston! I also got so much out of your classes. What I see here is a huge opportunity, you are brilliant, passionate, you have so much potential and drive, you got really far in an environment where people would say it isn't possible. I say watch out world, because the coop may have been holding you back from your true potential!!! Please ignore any negativity and haters, they are such a waste of energy!! I think you are on the edge of just beginning something amazing, and what you got out of the coop will always stay with you. I wish you all the best! PS Portland loves coops!! :)
im 6 years in as a vegan an fairly new to your channel but I've learned so much from indulging myself into many many of your vids. so glad i found your channel. thanks for so much. peace an love
I'm a part of the online community you have created and I'm in Western Australia. Its thanks to you and other raw foodists online that I have been able to begin, and stay strong on my journey. Thankyou!
Watching her cry breaks my heart. She's the reason why I went raw vegan. It's been almost two years now. This is just so heartbreaking to watch. I'm so sorry Kristina. Take your time everyone heals and mourns differently. Don't ever stop sharing your light, you made a huge difference in my life
I'm headed to my farmers market tonight, so don't worry, I will support them! I can't wait to see what direction you take. You helped so many people, far more than most trolls online ever have. Take care Kristina! Your definitely loved by the ones who matter!
You didn't fail Kristina - You SUCCEEDED!! ELEVEN years sister friend, ELEVEN years in a hard business where one would do well to make it ONE. Changes like that DO feel like a death. I can relate. And then we redefine ourselves with all the things that were sown in us for those year, for that time - and we become a better version of us, and somehow can contribute even more. Can't wait to hear more about your journey. Love ya girl
You were a leader and ahead of your time. Organics weren't available at Safeway 11 years ago. In Sonoma, there are many local farms that are thriving. Ur in Houston, move to like Sonoma, Napa or like Sebastopol and continue on...
Don't you ever feel like a failure, you have change so many peoples lives around the world with your passion and your interest in going raw vegan. You tremendously helped so many people, so, never feel like a failure. Just look at this journey as a higher transition of transcendence.
I watched you for 2 or 3 years before going vegan. Because of you I've been vegan for a year! And I will never go back. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! 💜 you have changed so many people's lives, and you will continue to change more !!
Bless you Chistina. May THE MOST HIGH BLESS YOU ON YOUR FUTURE. You have changed my life and the lives. I LOVE YOU AND WHAT YOU SAND FOR WHEN IT COMES TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS. YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL RAW VEGAN WOMEN.
I'm so proud of you and inspired by what you have accomplished this far. You are so gifted and have many more great things to accomplish in this life. Many are hating because all they have faith for is to remain at a dead-end job that they hate, so don't listen to them. You had the courage to do something empowering with your life. I'm sure this will only catapult you into greater things in the future. Don't stop, always keep moving. Much love! 😍😘💕
Cheer up girl! You've been an inspiration to many people! You've invested years into this and if it's time for you to move on to something else we support you. You can't change others but you can and have made you're statement. I for one am excited to see what you do next! ❤️
Hey, why don't you open a cafe shop with all your recipes in your area? The comunity will see how good this is and start buying raw, organic products to reproduce those delicious meals. In time, you may even work towards a Raw fast food restaurant chain like Leon in the UK. I believe you have all the "know how" to do it, plus you can try a crowdfunding. Good luck in higher goals!
the same thing happens with food chains. Look at what happened with by Chloe. Only way to stop this type of crap happening is to protect yourself legally but I know nothing bout running a co-op.
Steve Jobs said that leaving Apple was one of the best things that could have happened to him because he evolved and learned so much. Maybe maybe maybe this could lead to the best thing ever 🖤💕 Stay hopeful. We all need you.
Kristina You are NOT a failure!!! You are blessed!!! Transition is always hard at the time...but you will look back and see it from the rearview mirror...and remember the windsheild is bigger because what is ahead is more important than what is behind are going to be great memories : ) Have faith as a grain of mustard seed and you will move mountains!!!
Debra B Thank you for saying that. Failure should not even be in her vocabulary. She's living most of us are existing. That's priceless! Life requires you to evolve to the next level in your life and sometimes that means changing everything or one thing that's affects everything. No failures here only growth & evolution! Keep pushing on sistah!
I am sorry this happened. You have a beautiful soul and it is okay to feel pain and be in the present. The best years of your life are not over, every day is a blessing and you have so many more to come.
Kristina! You are so beautiful! I'm not vegan but watching your videos these past few months have inspired me! I'm taking baby steps. My vitamix came last week. I've been trying to eat at least one fully raw meal a day. I can't wait to see what life has in store for you. Seeing your pics of Bali have made me want to visit next year!! Never thought about it before but it's beautiful!! Maybe you could travel the world and make recommendations for other travelers. Who knows but I know whatever is next for you will be great! 😊 Keep your head up and remember....haters gon hate so don't even trip.
Kristina , I LOVE YOU ! I have been watching you for years now . You are always an inspiration and still an inspiration as you go even deeper and realize that you are an amazing being whether you run the coop or not ! Thank you for all you have done for the vegan movement and helping animals .You are my soul sister and if you are ever in BC you are always welcome to come to one of our vegan potlucks . Follow your beautiful heart and do whatever makes you happy . You have been a major success and you will be a success in this new chapter . Hey maybe you will meet a wonderful partner ( have you met James Aspey yet ? he's on youtube ! ) and have a different kind of baby (coop) , a beautiful little baby Kristina ! Whatever you choose to do ( it is all choice , no right or wrong ) , you will continue to be a wonderful Light in this world ! Just because the business is over doesnt mean that all of the positive energy you have created on this planet is over . It keeps going in the lives of all the people you have impacted and touched and then they touch others ! You are so LOVED ! If you want to come to my town in BC to speak ( we are an amazing organic progressive town ) contact me and I will organize it and you can stay at our beautiful conscious vegan community shared home ! One Love , Trish .
It is so sad to me that the government subsidizes food that is unhealthy rather than organic fruits and vegetables when they can so easily do so. Doing this makes healthy food complete inaccessible to those living below the poverty line. This is why it is the duty of those of us with disposable income and economic power to use our dollars to support local business and create a demand for quality fruits and vegetables so one day giant corporations have no other option but to begin meeting this demand and lowering the price of quality food. I hope one day to see a world where a healthy and filling salad costs as little as a hamburger!
Learn about agenda 21 Health is a choice Don't wait for your government to tell you why it's crucial for the climate that you live vegan or for them to endorse organic vegan lifestyle They don't care It is a choice you must make for yourself
Hi Kristina! I just saw this video and am currently watching. My heart dropped when I saw the title! I pray that you are okay dear. I am not a fully raw vegan but I have undoubtedly been inspired by you over the years, and I owe a great deal to you for having embraced the holistic lifestyle and a love for nutrition! Since finding your channel in 2014 I have lost 45 pounds and kept it off! Please know that you are loved by the Lord, and not to ever feel alone!
This was such a poignant and emotionally compelling talk, Kristina. I genuinely was not expecting this video to ever come. One of my bucketlist dreams was to visit Houston, enjoy all of the vegan restaurants, and visit your co-op. As sad as I am to see that it's no longer in existence, I absolutely agree that there are plenty of signs that it's time to grow, move forward, and thrive elsewhere. Now I'm really going to do as much research as I possibly can and support as many smaller companies that practice ethical, sustainable, and compassionate business techniques. The best years of your life aren't over. Just be patient, loving, hopeful, and open-minded for what the world has to offer. I've been following your channel for years and I know that you've made such beautiful changes since you've first started. Besides, your videos already have transformed so many lives and have turned so many people vegan (including myself). Love you so much!
Kristina, for many of us this lifestyle is simply not affordable. I feel for you that you lost a business, but your products cater to the rich and privileged. I live off of a food budget of £25 a week, sometimes less than that. And you may be unaware but that is not uncommon especially for us students. I hope you try to do more to reach your younger audience💖
Check out kungfufuel online. It's 75% raw and vegan. 75% raw is healthier, bc it's made for every climate. My food is healthfood designed by me and my pediatrician father who went holistic. I spend $60 at Trader Joe's twice a month for two people and the food you find on my blog and Instagram is fabulous, healthy, pro climate and definitely affordable
You have given to me today , the inspiration to transform my life into vegan! im your new follower since today! When a door closes, many doors can be open !! God and the Universe will give you the strenght and the wisdom to continue your journey and keep transforming people lives.. Regards from Guayaquil, Ecuador...
Kristina, if I had the money, I would invest in Rawfully Organic. I hate to see wonderful businesses close. If you haven't already, try applying for agricultural grants.
I loved volunteering at your co-op. It was one of the most hectic but enjoyable experiences I have ever had. You put so much spirit and passion about it and everyone there was always in such an amazing group. It's okay to grieve this loss. You are an amazing person. Love you babe.
You are a strong women and I know this will make you stronger. I know this was preparing you for a higher purpose. Sending you love and its okay to cry.
Kristina, I have been following your wonderful videos for a long time. I have never been to Texas so have not have the pleasure of going to your co-op. The thing is, your co-op is not a failure, it is just an experience for you to use what your have learned in your next new adventure. You have been incredibly giving, open, honest and providing your incredible recipes for free on TH-cam. Wow! Most chefs don't ever want to let out their secret recipes, especially not for free. Remember, everyone has the same 24 hours to get things done and you have done more wonderful things in your young life for others than most people do in their whole life. Now stop that crying, let yourself be happy again, and everything will work out.
Beautiful and powerful. This coop, although you closed it down, will never be lost. It will always be part of you and a chapter in your book so to speak. I don't say this with any hate- I think this video and where you are at, emotionally, is beautiful. I have learned the most from the times in my life I was beautifully broken and waiting for the next page. But that doesn't mean those pages are torn out. Consider it all joy (I'm not saying be happy right now) facing these trials... God is bringing you to a fuller place. God bless
Confusing post. What happened ? You sold the business ? Or you closed because you couldn't make enough of a profit ? If you sold it, then you have some money to start a new project one would assume.
I've had four businesses, starting on my fifth one. You learn what works and what doesn't. Like the comments have pointed out, juicing is expensive compared to purchasing whole foods, because you're throwing more than half of it away, so there's a lot of waste. And yes, if you do not bring in enough money to reinvest in your business, the employees, insurance, taxes; it gets shut down. Plain and simple. Businesses have to have to make profits to feed them and their people, otherwise, they essentially die on the vine. It takes a lot of courage to run your own business and a ton of energy. I'm sure she will find something new to work on, smarter, and stronger that will hopefully work better. I wish her well.
Dear Kristina, you have inspired me for many years and even though you might FEEL like a failure I will NEVER see you as one, and I bet thousands of your fans feel like I do. It's not your business that makes you a success, it's your VISION, your LIFESTYLE, the EXAMPLE you set to others and your stunning COMMUNICATION SKILLS. You are UNIQUE and I've often wished I could be more like you. I watch one of your videos at least once per day to inspire me to live healthier, even though I have not been very successful. You are one of the most colorful, creative & entertaining vegan personalities on the web and the world is your oyster, the possibilities are endless only because of WHO YOU ARE. I got tears in my eyes seeing yours, as I feel you should be the LAST person on this earth to go through pain. Keep your positive attitude (as your grandfather has said so often) and please don't give up. Take your time to heal, but stay enthusiastic as you are still so young, so healthy with such a supportive family to back you and healthy, organic eating has become more popular recent years (world-wide) this is only the end of a season. Not the end of your journey. The time you had with your business was indeed a miracle for someone at such a young age, but maybe things happened for a reason as sometimes when one door closes, only then other doors can open. You will rise again PHOENIX!!!!!!!! With love, from Abu Dhabi
I for one support you! Sorry about closing the co-op. I can see and feel the pain that it has caused you. From time to time I have watched your videos when I was eating a more raw food diet and they were such an encouragement to me. You are a beautiful person with a good heart. I can't wait to see what doors open for you in the future.
Best years of your life over? Stop it! No self- pity. You are evolving. Yes, grieve, but do not allow yourself to become paralyzed. Take the good from it and use it to inspire your next level journey.
Kristina: you have helped so many people! Know that. I wouldn't be running a community garden if I hadn't been inspired by you. Building a loving community where people plant, grow and harvest together. Loving people. It's hard. We run a membership of around 50 people each year and it's hard when people come and go in your life. I'm praying for you. ❤️✨🌿
l had a small health business. I know what you feel. Change your perspective. You are not a failure. Most people never get off the couch or put down that pizza to even try and open a business. What did you love and what did you not love about the business? I went to the Bahamas when we closed. Find your joy after your time of mourning.
Everything is working for you, not against you!... let the Universe's work continue! Amazing is yet to come! May the light and all great things be with you, blessings!
Thank you for sharing. I am sad that I never got the chance to visit your co-op. I am excited to see what's next for you!! And will continue to watch your channel and be inspired by you!! I have my own struggles with success, being single, no kids and hitting my thirties. I see you as a success and an incredible inspiration. Sometimes when I have had a bad day, I have put on one of your videos and have felt better. I wish you peace and closure and clarity for your future. Much love to you Kristina! I can't wait for your next book -- enjoy the rest of your time in Bali! 😘😘
Kristina, I am 37 yrs old. Last year I was forced to close my law practice when I was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer and given a short time to live due in part to my decision to heal with food. I too am single with no children because my business was my baby. Watching your journey for the past several years helped give me the strength to fight for my rights to heal Rawfully Organic. Your 11 year journey was not walked in vain. Thank you!
+ForeverChiTonight Awww! Aren't you sweet for checking. I'm well. I am currently at a Gerson-like retreat in Sedona, AZ USA. I'm 4 months past the expiration date the Oncologist gave me. Loving Life! How are you?
GoodLightGoddess hello there dear! Please check out the TH-cam channel of a gentleman who healed his stage 3 colon cancer through natural means of nutrition! His channel name is ChrisBeatCancer - he explains exactly what he did, and how to do it! The body was designed by God to heal itself when given the means to be fueled for healing! It's encouraging to hear that you have taken that route so far! If you get a chance to check it out, let me know what you think! May the blessings of the Lord be with you all the days of your healing, and onward!
Hey Kristina, thank you so much for opening up and showing yourself in such a vulnerable way. 2 years later in a totally different part of the world (Germany) you touched my heart by telling your story. I know exactly how it feels when life is turned upside down and when you ask yourself "who am I without it?" I discovered your channel and instagram a few month ago and I'm happy to see that you have risen again like the phoenix from the ashes. Much love to you!
Sorry to hear this, Kristina. I so understand. I owned a health food store, selling organic, trying to educate people, and finally closed after 13 years. It's painful. Try to think positive. You did not fail. Shopping is different for everyone these days. I wish I lived there, I would have been an advocate and shopper. Good luck to you.
Wow, I'm so sorry Kristina. In the age of overwhelming greed and capitalism, it's a scary big fish eats little fish type world and small/mom and pop businesses are getting devoured. I wouldn't say you are a failure (even though I would understand why you feel like that)...you inspired soooo many people to take control of their health by eating more plants, like me! And I...US...are extremely grateful for that! Honestly I think this is a turning point in your life, maybe you are too big for Texas. When I failed I left my home state, begin to travel, discovered more about myself, learned some (hard) lessons and met my fiancée so the journey was/is well worth it. Idk the past month has been rough for a lot of people (myself included) but healing is inevitable as long as we trust God and have faith that there is a larger more beautiful plan for our lives. Good luck girl and lots of hugs! (P.S. I'm making a peach mango salsa to go in my Mexican inspired salad tonite, I will feast in your honor!)
Dearest Kristina, your vulnerability is so beautiful and touching, thank you so much for sharing even the darker parts of life with us. I felt my heart hurt so much when you had to compose yourself or talk about discernment or saying I'm Fine. It's perfectly okay to not be okay. You deserve to have people around you that want to be there with you during the good and also during the bad. You're perfectly worthy of love and connection with people when you're emotional, or experiencing anger and resentment. It makes complete sense why you'd be feeling those ways, and anyone else would be feeling the same exact things in that circumstance. You are such a beautiful soul who is absolutely doing her best where she is with what she has, and I know you will continue to shine your light so bright. Here with you during this hard time, you're not alone. I love you.
WHAT A BLESSING! Girl you got this, and this massive life overhaul will expose such truths to you. This is a blessing. I feel your pain is in the community, but those lives will forever be touch, the torch will be passed through one way or another. You have greater things before you. Enjoy this moment. We love you.
forgive me for being slow, but I listened to the whole video and I still didn't understand WHY you closed it. I heard big cooperations, lack of support. ??? what did big Corp do?
lynette sosa Nothing. A big corporation showed up in town and she decided to ail. Rather than doing mare marketing or bringing her prices down, she decided to close because she can't compete.
I'm so sorry to hear your news. I've been watching your videos for a few years now and have found you to be inspirational. I know I'm not alone to think that. I've seen in the videos the difference your co-op has made. You've achieved something amazing there, there are very few people who have touched as many people as you and influenced them positively. You should be so proud of yourself and at 30, you still have your life ahead of you and can achieve so much more, I for one will be watching. Like you said, you cannot compete with the large corporations, but if it was not for you, they wouldn't be doing what they're doing and they have the ability to reach so many people. I'm a firm believer in everything happening for a reason, your next challenge awaits, whatever you decide to do you will do it well and put your heart and soul into it, good luck xxx
You got this girly , I don't consider you as a failure at all you are so strong and I see no failure in that if anything you fought your way all the time everyday you are a winner always and kind 🙃
Kristina.. I am so sorry that you are feeling so sad and so much loss over your beautiful Co-op. The best years of your life are not over, if you don't let them be over. You provided people for 11 years with BEAUTIFUL fresh organic produce that nourished their bodies and brought you years of endless happiness. That is a HUGE feat. You will have to re-discover yourself, which is so difficult. I have lost so much in my life, most of my family.. i know loss. But you are young, vibrant and WILL start something new and fresh and amazing. Your videos help. Your recipes help. YOU help. You are one of THE most positive people that I have ever watched, and you help with just your positive beautiful outlook on life. You have and will continue to do amazing things in life. I 1000% believe that. We only live here on this planet one time in these short lives that we have and I know that you will spend the rest of yours doing incredible and fulfilling things. Much love
Kristina, today I was meditating on the story of Noah from the bible and what I got out of it was that sometimes we just need a clean sweep in our lives!! If God , being God said he was sorry he had made the human race and it broke his heart just seeing all the evil that he had to start all over!! Even God had to start all over ! It is ok to start over Kristina, sometimes it is just necessary! I know better and bigger things are in store for you. GENESIS 6 As far as God was concerned, the Earth had become a sewer; there was violence everywhere. God took one look and saw how bad it was, everyone corrupt and corrupting-life itself corrupt to the core. 13 God said to Noah, “It’s all over. It’s the end of the human race. The violence is everywhere; I’m making a clean sweep.
I honestly don't know all the reasons why she closed it, but I can say this from my perspective, the perspective of a poor, low wage-earning woman who lives in an urban environment. Most people, common people, like myself, don't have close, immediate access to quality organic food, or any co-ops. You don't relate to the common man. You don't know what it's like to decide between getting what's cheaper or what's quality. Many of the people I work with are poor also and can't afford top organic food.They also use public transportation as their sole way to get around, and there are limits as to where these buses can take you. There's always a disconnect between those who have a lot and those who are just scraping by.
+lemurian chick I can tell how delusional and dismissive you are by reading your comment. For some people it is a permanent condition. I don't need you to decide whether I'm broke or not. I am not broke. I pay my bills with my hard work, work serving people like you. No one will be walking where I live, because it's dangerous and much too far. I have no one to help me carry all my groceries back with me, and it would be inconvenient to handle every day, because I work and have to take care of other business. It's not realistic at all, but keep dreaming.
Well explained. Being a low wage worker is a situation many don't understand. Working hard and not getting much for your hard work when actually society needs those jobs to be done and those jobs are serving other people.
Thx! This is what I was thinking about loving Kristina all the time... Maybe she learns this now ... to understand how most people live and what kind of decisions you HAVE to make, when you are poor or just on a certain budget, that is left for food.
ok, what do you talk about? Is this about why lots of people cannot affort a raw diet for their family? Because some have an iPhone, they can affort a raw vegan diet? I own an IPhone at the moment that was a gift from my dear friend, because she got a new one and knew that i could really need a good phone... What does this say about my wealth? Or hers? She got them from work, from her boss, because she needs to have one where she works. I think, you just see something like this and make assumptions for everyone. Cool, that you took every opportunity to do your thing/online buisness!!! :-)
Change happens but it will never erase the Essence, the Core of your humanity. You're a beautiful young lady who gave your very best and will continue to make important contributions to society in different ways. 'Let thy food be be the medicine' will never die! God bless and good luck with your future endeavors. Thank You :-)
Dear Kristina, I am sorry to hear that you are closing down Rawfully Organic. After 11 years, the grief and loss is like losing a loved one. It was a very big part of your life. But, when the grieving has lessened, I want you to remember that you are not a failure. Most small businesses operate for 5 years or less. You doubled that statistic! And you created a legacy and an awareness for natural food that affected 50,000 of your supporters, their families and friends. I have shared your recipes for juices and smoothies with many of my family, friends, and co-workers - all to their delight, which got them to eating more fruits and veggies. My husband and I were inspired to grown our own vegetable garden, and this year, we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. So your legacy lives on and I'm so grateful that you kindly shared your videos and your recipes so that we could enjoy what good food is all about. Big business is a menace to society and it has destroyed many small businesses, but it will not destroy the business owners' entrepreneurial spirit. You have that spirit, and when one door closes, you will find another door to open and thrive. Plus, the true God is also aware of all of these conditions on the earth, and He has a plan for those who are ruining the earth (Rev 11:18). Keep your hope alive, and I look forward to being part of your next adventure!
Kristina you have greatly inspired me and many. I'm confident that you will do well. You're an awesome soul Kristina. I know the vegan lifestyle is the only lifestyle for mankind. Continue your mission of raw food. I feel what you feel and share your pain. Keep your head up and ignore the haters. Love ya Kristina and what you stand for. Stay positive no matter what...
Thanks to you my grandparents are raw vegan, while my parents are integrating more vegetables in their foods, and I'm vegetarian! So I just want you to know that you've had a positive impact in my life. You took the choice you thought best, even though it wasn't easy. Take some time for yourself and don't you ever feel like you're a failure! Much love from the island of PR 💚
Truly honored to being able to receive your powerful, healing and liberating message Kristina. No great person has being known without facing giants and hardships! Truly honored and very touched. 😊 this is just a HUGE part in your evolution process... who knows what is next...😊
I can understand how you feel. I lost everything I worked so hard for (and defined myself by) when I suddenly lost my health at 30 years old and became almost entirely housebound. I'm still recovering, albeit slowly, 7 years later. Let yourself feel, work through those emotions. You will get through this and definitely come out stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. As difficult as it may be at times, trust and have faith. Sending love ❤.
Kristina! I really feel for you. I lost my business because of giant coorporations. I could not compete with those prices! I have cried and gotten angry and blame everyone. I had felt like a big failure and loss. I thank you so much for sharing because I do not feel lonely anymore. You are a great person and I know something great for you and me will come because we are good people who have worried for the world and for creating jobs. God loves you! My heart is with you.
Hi Kristina, I perfectly understand you. Don't worry, after this period of sadness that is very important be lived for you to be able to start a new project in the future, something great will be born because you have a lot of light and helped a lot of people including me, a Brazilian that lives in Spain. You inspire us to have a better life. I'm glad I met you online. Thank you for being doing what you love. I have no idea of what will happen, but you have planted a precious seed in a lot of hearts, showing us a different path, a style of life. Thank you again.
You are beautiful in body and spirit. I love your energy. This to shall pass. Thank you for being so warm and honest. When God closes a door another one opens. Your so inspirational. Going through a tough time myself, your honesty and love for other people gives me hope. God has something even better for you. Never give up. God bless.
Finally! !! I am so PROUD OF YOU!!! This is YOUR LIFE and you deserve to be fully happy and that comes from WITHIN. You have grown, and it is now time to pass the torch and seek out other callings. I promise you it will all be ok.. New doors will open now like never before. Remember babies must grow. Love you and again SO VERY PROUD OF YOU!!!
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww girl!!! Sending my love to you always! Please keep this channel and keep following your passions and live a life full of love! You can do this... Moving forward. You haven't lost any of yourself, you've just restructured and so you need to find yourself again. Better things will come! You need to go through the dark to appreciate the light and what is to be birthed in the near future. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ you are love. You are loved. You are beautiful. You are strong, independent, ready for anything. You are lovable. Feel your emotions, go through them, surrender, in order to move on.
FRIEND!!!!! OMG. I just ( it still feels just) closed our Juice bar in December. I cried and cried and cried and actually yesterday, we just sold the rest of our equipment and I cried more than ever ( it felt like the final straw) It is HARD the raw world of business is HARD! We must connect. My bones hurt, still. So many people say I still have "success" but my heart was THERE!!I didn't care about anything else. Would love to connect with you sweet gal!
Pretty Balanced I live in central Arkansas and there was a juice bar here that closed and I miss it so much! It was expensive so I would treat myself every payday to a juice. Now we have no juice bar and it’s pretty sad. I guess I’ll have to start making my own.
I wish you could have expanded your products to be sent to other cities and states outside of Texas because I would love to purchase your products. I hope the best for you!
10 years ago I closed a business that had been a passion project like this was for you. after the grief, life turned and twisted in ways I could never have imagined. I was just asked if I would start that business again and can honestly say no. I would love to see and maybe help someone else but for me this season is over. you will come through this and after this time of winter a new spring will come. it is the nature of nature.
FullyRawKristina like you said the bigger businesses are taking over and the thing is fast food is unfortunately so much cheaper than fruit &veggies...
I never had a chance to stop by and support your co-op. But I have been following you on social media for quite sometime now and I have so much to thank you! You made such a grand impact in my life and I greatly appreciate all that you did and all that you will do! Do not see this as a failure, you have achieved so much and changed the lives of many for the better. Have faith, be strong, and best wishes to you on your future endeavors! I see nothing but success and happiness headed your way! Sending you lots of love and support from Cali!
There is no way that will all you've done and all that you have to give that the best years are behind you! This is a difficult cross to bear, but take time to heal your soul and heart and a new you will emerge.
"... It has only made me feel more awake, definitely not a numb person and I will never choose to be numb. I will much rather to experience this pain and be cracked open than being numb and never TRULY feel ALIVE." /// "Pain does something to you that really wakes you up." Thanks for those words Kristina
I love you Kristina and I will forever support you. I wish you the best on your journey of healing. Remember everything happens for a reason and soon you will know the true reason for this. Sending you love and prayers 💗
So sorry to see that you had to close down!!!! I'm glad to have met you!!! I'm glad I have your book as well! It is the beginning, love! You will comeback stronger!
Why Do You HAVE To Let Go OfTHE MEMORIES? Keep the memories, especially as you process the lessons learned, build on it, WHEN READY -- listen for those lessons -- those deeper lessons just for you. Deeper than coop, but that will take time. Best yea rs of your life NOT OVER!! I'm 68 years old and have lost people and dreams and hopes and taken, unexpected, mental & emotions detours, that have, now, finally all worked together for the overall good. You have not lost your parents and siblings yet, so you have Not lost everything! THIS IS WHAT LIFE IS!! You will learn more mature lessons and yes, they're meant to teach you -- you know the things happening -- TRUST, FAITH! The tools you'll need sharpened in your quiver! So . . . CRY, its okay! Welcome to life! You'll eventually be alright, better, different -- 30 years old -- wow, wait, until you look back 30 more years . . . . there are still things I don't know . . . still things I am waiting to fulfill & sometimes wonder if I ever will . . . Yet, somehow, each new day a new opportunity given, so I must REALLY die-to-my-flesh-wants-lower thinking & manage to simply thrust this Life Journey . . . step-by-step-little-by-little. . . day-by-day . . . moment-by-moment! PLEASE PRACTICE THIS: DON'T THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHERS THINK . . . keep walking your journey!! SHINE GIRL SHINE -- CRY GIRL CRY -- HEAL GIRL HEAL -- keep living! Read about the lives of GREAT PEOPLE -- THEY "FAILED" many, many, many more times than they "succeeded!" Success is to keep walking YOUR JOURNEY! I am still inspired by you -- just put it out there! What people receive is not our part (I feel the same in trying to educate folk), but the bigger picture bigger than us -- just do your small part! Blessings! & Light & Love
I don't care what other people say about her, but I am 56 years old and thanks to her I change the way I eat. If you change one life that is a success. Thank you Kristina, muchas gracias. :)
she has helped me too will. me too. and you will be in the new earth. it is coming and the ones not ready well i feel sorry for them.
the new earth is still a thing? i'm not being sarcastic, just out of the loop for years. i know some crazy things are coming. i know this world is manipulated. i'm deep into a lot of deep stuff and also realized it didn't help me to spend so much time looking at what the bad guys did, where they come from, etc.
being happy and positive is new to me. i don't mean i'm depressed, i just have anxiety and don't live a fully alive exciting life.
Giggles. You truly do not believe that do you? Shakes head. Our Government lies.
In March of this year I felt the need for drastic change. I really felt like I was just waiting to die. I am 56 and weighed 314 pounds. Because of you I started being fully raw. I didn't do it one meal a week I went in full time all the way. Like a Phoenix, from the ashes I am reborn! I have lost 48 pounds and feel fantastic. This is all because of you. So now you have a drastic change in front of you. I know you will be great at whatever you do. Much love TamaRAW
tamara demint ♡
tamara demint Congratulations! And I love how you did that with your name! 😊
wow..
tamara demint yay!,keep on the right path!! much respect!
Tamara, that is wonderful! Keep moving forward. God bless.
I went to your co op in 2015... it was a beautiful experience. Everyone hugged me, including you. Thank you for keeping it alive for so long! ❤️ I'm excited to see the next chapter of your life and where you take your channel next :)
my dear come over here to Ghana. we need beautiful souls like you. our land is nourished and blessed. Africa is life changing. and despite our shortcomings we keep dancing and smiling. we will liven up your soul . god bless
What a lovely reply & how awesome to hear that Ghana, in a continent so raped & pillaged historically, is nourished & blessed. xxx
@@dovetail90 raped?
The synchronicity I received from this video last night when it was uploaded, after I got back from standing on my feet for 18 hrs at my raw vegan shop. I have been shedding a lot of tears because recently I have felt like I am not receiving much needed support from family members. Doing everything by myself, building my business from the ground up, investing so much money in QUALITY ORGANIC PRODUCE from local farmers, thus to create expensive recipes in its raw form, doing long lists of spreadsheets for inventory, going hours and days without eating just to reinvest the money back into the business, walking 3 hour distances to my shop with grocery bags, getting on my hands and knees to do the dirty work of cleaning my shop floors, having to deal with employees who do not even respect the back breaking work that it took me to make my business flourish. I also feel as though many of my customers take for granted the high quality food that is being served to them at the low price that does not match the labor nor prices that I am paying to get this food to them, all because I wanted people to better their health by having access to healthy, high quality, and great tasting food. They do not see the dirty work, the long hours of waking up at 4am and not sitting down until it is time to go home at 9pm! They do not see the lost of support, the financial hardships, the blood, sweat, and tears. When adversity pops up and everything is telling you no, your heart keeps pushing you toward your purpose, and then you realize that no one cares for the business you have, BUT YOU! AND ITS HARD!!! IT MAKES YOU FEEL SO ALONE. There was also something that was told to me yesterday the same day this video was uploaded, that nothing is happening to me, BUT FOR ME, and those words hit my heart full force, which is what I needed to hear, so it was de ja vu once you had repeated those same words after hearing that from a good person earlier in my day. I shed a few tears during this video last night, and I have returned to post that you are not alone! This also motivated me to keep going with my raw vegan shop and stay strong through the hardships that I am now facing, this shop is all I have, and all the time I tell myself that my customers are my biggest investors because their dollar is what is allowing this shop to be open week after week despite all of the other short comings with finances, if only they knew! Thank you so much Kristina
Wow, that's super inspiring. Never give up!! You sound like a truly ambitious and compassionate woman. Thank you for what you do! We need more people like you in this world. If I'd live where you live I'd come to your store every day. Genuinely hope you're gonna succeed in the long run. Sending you all my love xx
Linda Marie Thanks I really appreciate the encouragement 🙏🏾
Tiffany AURA Where is your shop so we can support it?
carlitadee 1940 n 30th Rd #83 in Hollywood, Florida at the Yellow Green Farmers Market. Many blessings 💕
ooooh cool I'm gonna come check you out this weekend
Kristina I was a part of your coop on and off 6 years ago, and although I no longer live in Houston, I really valued and appreciated having the option for farm to table organic fruits and veggies for myself and my family- I didn't think anything like that could exist in Houston! I also got so much out of your classes. What I see here is a huge opportunity, you are brilliant, passionate, you have so much potential and drive, you got really far in an environment where people would say it isn't possible. I say watch out world, because the coop may have been holding you back from your true potential!!! Please ignore any negativity and haters, they are such a waste of energy!! I think you are on the edge of just beginning something amazing, and what you got out of the coop will always stay with you. I wish you all the best! PS Portland loves coops!! :)
im 6 years in as a vegan an fairly new to your channel but I've learned so much from indulging myself into many many of your vids. so glad i found your channel. thanks for so much. peace an love
I'm a part of the online community you have created and I'm in Western Australia. Its thanks to you and other raw foodists online that I have been able to begin, and stay strong on my journey. Thankyou!
Please don't feel like a failure. Focus on how many people you have helped! That is invaluable. I'm sorry to hear the co-op is closing.
Thank you for your positive remarks to my friend.
I am naturopath doctor n I know & I can understand ur love towards nature. darling don't be so sad.. everything will be ok one day
Watching her cry breaks my heart. She's the reason why I went raw vegan. It's been almost two years now. This is just so heartbreaking to watch. I'm so sorry Kristina. Take your time everyone heals and mourns differently. Don't ever stop sharing your light, you made a huge difference in my life
I'm headed to my farmers market tonight, so don't worry, I will support them! I can't wait to see what direction you take. You helped so many people, far more than most trolls online ever have. Take care Kristina! Your definitely loved by the ones who matter!
You didn't fail Kristina - You SUCCEEDED!! ELEVEN years sister friend, ELEVEN years in a hard business where one would do well to make it ONE. Changes like that DO feel like a death. I can relate. And then we redefine ourselves with all the things that were sown in us for those year, for that time - and we become a better version of us, and somehow can contribute even more. Can't wait to hear more about your journey. Love ya girl
WOW! Praying for you Kristina. Knowing u has changed my life. You will continue to prosper.
Hang in there!
You were a leader and ahead of your time. Organics weren't available at Safeway 11 years ago. In Sonoma, there are many local farms that are thriving. Ur in Houston, move to like Sonoma, Napa or like Sebastopol and continue on...
Kristina
personally I am 11. when I was 9 I went fullyraw because of you I am vegan began as well and still an thankyou thankful for helping me
Don't you ever feel like a failure, you have change so many peoples lives around the world with your passion and your interest in going raw vegan. You tremendously helped so many people, so, never feel like a failure.
Just look at this journey as a higher transition of transcendence.
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Hare krisna
I watched you for 2 or 3 years before going vegan. Because of you I've been vegan for a year! And I will never go back. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! 💜 you have changed so many people's lives, and you will continue to change more !!
Bless you Chistina. May THE MOST HIGH BLESS YOU ON YOUR FUTURE. You have changed my life and the lives. I LOVE YOU AND WHAT YOU SAND FOR WHEN IT COMES TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS. YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL RAW VEGAN WOMEN.
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AsToldByAllie I
AsToldByAllie Thx!
AsToldByAllie Thank You...😘
Thanks!
HAHAHA THANK YOU!
When one door closes another door opens.
not always
+Yose mite ALWAYS
Nope, not always. At least not a better door.
And if a door doesnt open, you climb through the window xD
Yes, that's why they call it the window of opportunity, you are right.
I'm so proud of you and inspired by what you have accomplished this far. You are so gifted and have many more great things to accomplish in this life. Many are hating because all they have faith for is to remain at a dead-end job that they hate, so don't listen to them. You had the courage to do something empowering with your life. I'm sure this will only catapult you into greater things in the future. Don't stop, always keep moving. Much love! 😍😘💕
Cheer up girl! You've been an inspiration to many people! You've invested years into this and if it's time for you to move on to something else we support you. You can't change others but you can and have made you're statement. I for one am excited to see what you do next! ❤️
Hey, why don't you open a cafe shop with all your recipes in your area? The comunity will see how good this is and start buying raw, organic products to reproduce those delicious meals. In time, you may even work towards a Raw fast food restaurant chain like Leon in the UK. I believe you have all the "know how" to do it, plus you can try a crowdfunding. Good luck in higher goals!
Cherry Jack She is opening a raw cafe in Houston
You have to let it go.
something big is in store for you.
God is in control.
Cherry Jack this is a great idea!
Cherry Jack good idea!
the same thing happens with food chains. Look at what happened with by Chloe. Only way to stop this type of crap happening is to protect yourself legally but I know nothing bout running a co-op.
You are not a failure! You are an inspiration to so many people!
Steve Jobs said that leaving Apple was one of the best things that could have happened to him because he evolved and learned so much. Maybe maybe maybe this could lead to the best thing ever 🖤💕
Stay hopeful. We all need you.
Aliyah S Just think of the two things you are comparing -_-
Sakis Papad can you not see the underlining truth?
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Aliyah S yeah Steve Jobs is was one of the worlds biggest assholes lol
And then he died on a vegan diet.
Kristina
You are NOT a failure!!!
You are blessed!!!
Transition is always hard at the time...but you will look back and see it from the rearview mirror...and remember the windsheild is bigger because what is ahead is more important than what is behind are going to be great memories : ) Have faith as a grain of mustard seed and you will move mountains!!!
Debra B Thank you for saying that. Failure should not even be in her vocabulary. She's living most of us are existing. That's priceless! Life requires you to evolve to the next level in your life and sometimes that means changing everything or one thing that's affects everything. No failures here only growth & evolution! Keep pushing on sistah!
I am sorry this happened. You have a beautiful soul and it is okay to feel pain and be in the present. The best years of your life are not over, every day is a blessing and you have so many more to come.
Kristina! You are so beautiful! I'm not vegan but watching your videos these past few months have inspired me! I'm taking baby steps. My vitamix came last week. I've been trying to eat at least one fully raw meal a day. I can't wait to see what life has in store for you. Seeing your pics of Bali have made me want to visit next year!! Never thought about it before but it's beautiful!! Maybe you could travel the world and make recommendations for other travelers. Who knows but I know whatever is next for you will be great! 😊 Keep your head up and remember....haters gon hate so don't even trip.
You don't have to be a raw vegan to be a vegan.
Kristina , I LOVE YOU ! I have been watching you for years now . You are always an inspiration and still an inspiration as you go even deeper and realize that you are an amazing being whether you run the coop or not ! Thank you for all you have done for the vegan movement and helping animals .You are my soul sister and if you are ever in BC you are always welcome to come to one of our vegan potlucks . Follow your beautiful heart and do whatever makes you happy . You have been a major success and you will be a success in this new chapter . Hey maybe you will meet a wonderful partner ( have you met James Aspey yet ? he's on youtube ! ) and have a different kind of baby (coop) , a beautiful little baby Kristina ! Whatever you choose to do ( it is all choice , no right or wrong ) , you will continue to be a wonderful Light in this world ! Just because the business is over doesnt mean that all of the positive energy you have created on this planet is over . It keeps going in the lives of all the people you have impacted and touched and then they touch others ! You are so LOVED ! If you want to come to my town in BC to speak ( we are an amazing organic progressive town ) contact me and I will organize it and you can stay at our beautiful conscious vegan community shared home ! One Love , Trish .
It is so sad to me that the government subsidizes food that is unhealthy rather than organic fruits and vegetables when they can so easily do so. Doing this makes healthy food complete inaccessible to those living below the poverty line. This is why it is the duty of those of us with disposable income and economic power to use our dollars to support local business and create a demand for quality fruits and vegetables so one day giant corporations have no other option but to begin meeting this demand and lowering the price of quality food. I hope one day to see a world where a healthy and filling salad costs as little as a hamburger!
U said it all
Organic does not mean healthy. There's nothing wrong with GMOs
Learn about agenda 21
Health is a choice
Don't wait for your government to tell you why it's crucial for the climate that you live vegan or for them to endorse organic vegan lifestyle
They don't care
It is a choice you must make for yourself
Hi Kristina! I just saw this video and am currently watching. My heart dropped when I saw the title! I pray that you are okay dear. I am not a fully raw vegan but I have undoubtedly been inspired by you over the years, and I owe a great deal to you for having embraced the holistic lifestyle and a love for nutrition! Since finding your channel in 2014 I have lost 45 pounds and kept it off! Please know that you are loved by the Lord, and not to ever feel alone!
This was such a poignant and emotionally compelling talk, Kristina. I genuinely was not expecting this video to ever come. One of my bucketlist dreams was to visit Houston, enjoy all of the vegan restaurants, and visit your co-op. As sad as I am to see that it's no longer in existence, I absolutely agree that there are plenty of signs that it's time to grow, move forward, and thrive elsewhere. Now I'm really going to do as much research as I possibly can and support as many smaller companies that practice ethical, sustainable, and compassionate business techniques.
The best years of your life aren't over. Just be patient, loving, hopeful, and open-minded for what the world has to offer. I've been following your channel for years and I know that you've made such beautiful changes since you've first started. Besides, your videos already have transformed so many lives and have turned so many people vegan (including myself). Love you so much!
I'm sorry to hear the News. I'm really saddened even though I'm from abroad! I hope one day you will get your dream to be fullfiled!
Kristina, for many of us this lifestyle is simply not affordable. I feel for you that you lost a business, but your products cater to the rich and privileged. I live off of a food budget of £25 a week, sometimes less than that. And you may be unaware but that is not uncommon especially for us students. I hope you try to do more to reach your younger audience💖
Ps... Don't underestimate our buying power! Xo
Check out kungfufuel online. It's 75% raw and vegan. 75% raw is healthier, bc it's made for every climate. My food is healthfood designed by me and my pediatrician father who went holistic. I spend $60 at Trader Joe's twice a month for two people and the food you find on my blog and Instagram is fabulous, healthy, pro climate and definitely affordable
Very unfair to blame her for the best of her time and effort and information. Ingrates come in the form of students as well.. smh
We're here for you. You have one big family supporting you. Stay strong, like you always are. 🌟
The people that matter, are the ones that will support you. I'm glad that you will still do recipe videos. I've learned so much from you.
You have given to me today , the inspiration to transform my life into vegan! im your new follower since today! When a door closes, many doors can be open !! God and the Universe will give you the strenght and the wisdom to continue your journey and keep transforming people lives.. Regards from Guayaquil, Ecuador...
Kristina, if I had the money, I would invest in Rawfully Organic. I hate to see wonderful businesses close. If you haven't already, try applying for agricultural grants.
You're a success & never forget that! You've changed so many people's lives. ❤️
I loved volunteering at your co-op. It was one of the most hectic but enjoyable experiences I have ever had. You put so much spirit and passion about it and everyone there was always in such an amazing group.
It's okay to grieve this loss. You are an amazing person. Love you babe.
Volunteering for billionaires LOLOLOL there's a sucker born everyminute... being tricked into slavery makes me feel righteous lol
Wishing you the best! You are an inspiration and I wish you well on your new adventures 😄 Love you! 💕
Thank you!
You are a strong women and I know this will make you stronger. I know this was preparing you for a higher purpose. Sending you love and its okay to cry.
Simply put.....you're grieving. Nothing wrong with that. Normal, natural, human. Just grieve, it will be okay.
2024 she lives in Kauai and has a beautiful home and garden ❤❤❤❤you did it Kristina ❤️💓💓🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Kristina, I have been following your wonderful videos for a long time. I have never been to Texas so have not have the pleasure of going to your co-op. The thing is, your co-op is not a failure, it is just an experience for you to use what your have learned in your next new adventure. You have been incredibly giving, open, honest and providing your incredible recipes for free on TH-cam. Wow! Most chefs don't ever want to let out their secret recipes, especially not for free. Remember, everyone has the same 24 hours to get things done and you have done more wonderful things in your young life for others than most people do in their whole life. Now stop that crying, let yourself be happy again, and everything will work out.
Beautiful and powerful. This coop, although you closed it down, will never be lost. It will always be part of you and a chapter in your book so to speak. I don't say this with any hate- I think this video and where you are at, emotionally, is beautiful. I have learned the most from the times in my life I was beautifully broken and waiting for the next page. But that doesn't mean those pages are torn out. Consider it all joy (I'm not saying be happy right now) facing these trials... God is bringing you to a fuller place. God bless
Confusing post. What happened ? You sold the business ? Or you closed because you couldn't make enough of a profit ? If you sold it, then you have some money to start a new project one would assume.
I've had four businesses, starting on my fifth one. You learn what works and what doesn't. Like the comments have pointed out, juicing is expensive compared to purchasing whole foods, because you're throwing more than half of it away, so there's a lot of waste. And yes, if you do not bring in enough money to reinvest in your business, the employees, insurance, taxes; it gets shut down. Plain and simple. Businesses have to have to make profits to feed them and their people, otherwise, they essentially die on the vine. It takes a lot of courage to run your own business and a ton of energy. I'm sure she will find something new to work on, smarter, and stronger that will hopefully work better. I wish her well.
@77magicbus Try watching the video, all of it, because she gives your answer. How much of it, and how well, did you watch?
@77magicbus - I didn't understand the reason either...
The best years of your life are about to begin
Kenneth Williams AMENNNNNNNNN!!!!!
THAT'S WHAT I SAY :D AMEN!
Yas!
Dear Kristina, you have inspired me for many years and even though you might FEEL like a failure I will NEVER see you as one, and I bet thousands of your fans feel like I do. It's not your business that makes you a success, it's your VISION, your LIFESTYLE, the EXAMPLE you set to others and your stunning COMMUNICATION SKILLS. You are UNIQUE and I've often wished I could be more like you. I watch one of your videos at least once per day to inspire me to live healthier, even though I have not been very successful. You are one of the most colorful, creative & entertaining vegan personalities on the web and the world is your oyster, the possibilities are endless only because of WHO YOU ARE. I got tears in my eyes seeing yours, as I feel you should be the LAST person on this earth to go through pain. Keep your positive attitude (as your grandfather has said so often) and please don't give up. Take your time to heal, but stay enthusiastic as you are still so young, so healthy with such a supportive family to back you and healthy, organic eating has become more popular recent years (world-wide) this is only the end of a season. Not the end of your journey. The time you had with your business was indeed a miracle for someone at such a young age, but maybe things happened for a reason as sometimes when one door closes, only then other doors can open. You will rise again PHOENIX!!!!!!!! With love, from Abu Dhabi
We are with you girl! So much love & support!
I for one support you! Sorry about closing the co-op. I can see and feel the pain that it has caused you. From time to time I have watched your videos when I was eating a more raw food diet and they were such an encouragement to me. You are a beautiful person with a good heart. I can't wait to see what doors open for you in the future.
Best years of your life over? Stop it! No self- pity. You are evolving. Yes, grieve, but do not allow yourself to become paralyzed. Take the good from it and use it to inspire your next level journey.
Yes. It is true. She is richly blessed and this is a blessing in disguise. It frees her to take her mission, life, and brand to the next level.
Charlotte Roberson, Yes, but she's in a completely natural grieving process. Please be sympathetic while you're being encouraging.
she's sad she'll not have 7 fridges versus 8!
Kristina: you have helped so many people! Know that. I wouldn't be running a community garden if I hadn't been inspired by you. Building a loving community where people plant, grow and harvest together. Loving people. It's hard. We run a membership of around 50 people each year and it's hard when people come and go in your life. I'm praying for you. ❤️✨🌿
I love how emotional you are. I just wanto give you a hug and tell you its okay' IT is okay kristina. You are very expressive
l had a small health business. I know what you feel. Change your perspective. You are not a failure. Most people never get off the couch or put down that pizza to even try and open a business. What did you love and what did you not love about the business? I went to the Bahamas when we closed. Find your joy after your time of mourning.
Everything is working for you, not against you!... let the Universe's work continue! Amazing is yet to come! May the light and all great things be with you, blessings!
I'm a student of life and of your knowledge... keep teaching! we listen!
Thank you for sharing. I am sad that I never got the chance to visit your co-op. I am excited to see what's next for you!! And will continue to watch your channel and be inspired by you!! I have my own struggles with success, being single, no kids and hitting my thirties. I see you as a success and an incredible inspiration. Sometimes when I have had a bad day, I have put on one of your videos and have felt better. I wish you peace and closure and clarity for your future. Much love to you Kristina! I can't wait for your next book -- enjoy the rest of your time in Bali! 😘😘
I love you for all of your vulnerabilities here. You are amazing, you inspire.
could totally see you opening a raw restaurant in a city like Austin
starstuff100 yeah! Fully raw restaurant franchise!
Kristina, I am 37 yrs old. Last year I was forced to close my law practice when I was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer and given a short time to live due in part to my decision to heal with food. I too am single with no children because my business was my baby. Watching your journey for the past several years helped give me the strength to fight for my rights to heal Rawfully Organic. Your 11 year journey was not walked in vain. Thank you!
+ForeverChiTonight Awww! Aren't you sweet for checking. I'm well. I am currently at a Gerson-like retreat in Sedona, AZ USA. I'm 4 months past the expiration date the Oncologist gave me. Loving Life! How are you?
GoodLightGoddess hello there dear! Please check out the TH-cam channel of a gentleman who healed his stage 3 colon cancer through natural means of nutrition! His channel name is ChrisBeatCancer - he explains exactly what he did, and how to do it! The body was designed by God to heal itself when given the means to be fueled for healing! It's encouraging to hear that you have taken that route so far! If you get a chance to check it out, let me know what you think! May the blessings of the Lord be with you all the days of your healing, and onward!
I havnt even watched the video yet....but i am shoked by the title!
Hey Kristina, thank you so much for opening up and showing yourself in such a vulnerable way. 2 years later in a totally different part of the world (Germany) you touched my heart by telling your story. I know exactly how it feels when life is turned upside down and when you ask yourself "who am I without it?"
I discovered your channel and instagram a few month ago and I'm happy to see that you have risen again like the phoenix from the ashes. Much love to you!
Sorry to hear this, Kristina. I so understand. I owned a health food store, selling organic, trying to educate people, and finally closed after 13 years. It's painful. Try to think positive. You did not fail. Shopping is different for everyone these days. I wish I lived there, I would have been an advocate and shopper. Good luck to you.
Wow, I'm so sorry Kristina. In the age of overwhelming greed and capitalism, it's a scary big fish eats little fish type world and small/mom and pop businesses are getting devoured. I wouldn't say you are a failure (even though I would understand why you feel like that)...you inspired soooo many people to take control of their health by eating more plants, like me! And I...US...are extremely grateful for that! Honestly I think this is a turning point in your life, maybe you are too big for Texas. When I failed I left my home state, begin to travel, discovered more about myself, learned some (hard) lessons and met my fiancée so the journey was/is well worth it. Idk the past month has been rough for a lot of people (myself included) but healing is inevitable as long as we trust God and have faith that there is a larger more beautiful plan for our lives. Good luck girl and lots of hugs! (P.S. I'm making a peach mango salsa to go in my Mexican inspired salad tonite, I will feast in your honor!)
Nice put some chilli mmm
Dearest Kristina, your vulnerability is so beautiful and touching, thank you so much for sharing even the darker parts of life with us. I felt my heart hurt so much when you had to compose yourself or talk about discernment or saying I'm Fine. It's perfectly okay to not be okay. You deserve to have people around you that want to be there with you during the good and also during the bad.
You're perfectly worthy of love and connection with people when you're emotional, or experiencing anger and resentment. It makes complete sense why you'd be feeling those ways, and anyone else would be feeling the same exact things in that circumstance. You are such a beautiful soul who is absolutely doing her best where she is with what she has, and I know you will continue to shine your light so bright. Here with you during this hard time, you're not alone. I love you.
You are a real gentlemen . Your response was beautiful ,wise and gentle . ✌️🌿💐
I'm a Pisces, too, Sweetheart 💝
My heart ACHES for the horrific suffering in this world.
We are EXTREMELY sensitive, intuitive and connected beings 🐠
There are 880,504 of us with you, no matter what. Sending you all our love, prayers and strength. 🌸🌺🌼
I can feel your emotions 💕 stay strong! Love you
I think it would be cool if she opened up a vegan resturant or something like that(:
CelesteMarieVlogs yes....good idea
Children of God Yeah! That would be cool.
Yes, now it's time for a restaurant... advance don't decrease!
you just cannot open restaurant for vegans, because burger cola and fries is full list what americans need in life :(.
Maybe. I am exploring all possibilities. Thank you!
WHAT A BLESSING! Girl you got this, and this massive life overhaul will expose such truths to you. This is a blessing. I feel your pain is in the community, but those lives will forever be touch, the torch will be passed through one way or another. You have greater things before you. Enjoy this moment. We love you.
forgive me for being slow, but I listened to the whole video and I still didn't understand WHY you closed it. I heard big cooperations, lack of support. ??? what did big Corp do?
lynette sosa Nothing. A big corporation showed up in town and she decided to ail. Rather than doing mare marketing or bringing her prices down, she decided to close because she can't compete.
It's hard to bring your prices down if you are a smaller scale, organic producer and you are competing against a big corporation.
she sold her business and now is sad she lost it. It was a buyout.
7:38 is when she explains
taoist40 no. That's not what happened.
I'm so sorry to hear your news. I've been watching your videos for a few years now and have found you to be inspirational. I know I'm not alone to think that. I've seen in the videos the difference your co-op has made. You've achieved something amazing there, there are very few people who have touched as many people as you and influenced them positively. You should be so proud of yourself and at 30, you still have your life ahead of you and can achieve so much more, I for one will be watching. Like you said, you cannot compete with the large corporations, but if it was not for you, they wouldn't be doing what they're doing and they have the ability to reach so many people. I'm a firm believer in everything happening for a reason, your next challenge awaits, whatever you decide to do you will do it well and put your heart and soul into it, good luck xxx
You got this girly , I don't consider you as a failure at all you are so strong and I see no failure in that if anything you fought your way all the time everyday you are a winner always and kind 🙃
You're soooo BEAUTIFUL even when you cry. You're NOT a failure. You are GREAT. I love you😘
Kristina.. I am so sorry that you are feeling so sad and so much loss over your beautiful Co-op. The best years of your life are not over, if you don't let them be over. You provided people for 11 years with BEAUTIFUL fresh organic produce that nourished their bodies and brought you years of endless happiness. That is a HUGE feat. You will have to re-discover yourself, which is so difficult. I have lost so much in my life, most of my family.. i know loss. But you are young, vibrant and WILL start something new and fresh and amazing. Your videos help. Your recipes help. YOU help. You are one of THE most positive people that I have ever watched, and you help with just your positive beautiful outlook on life.
You have and will continue to do amazing things in life. I 1000% believe that. We only live here on this planet one time in these short lives that we have and I know that you will spend the rest of yours doing incredible and fulfilling things.
Much love
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RawBeautyKristi why excatly u shut down ur business stil not clear
Kristina, today I was meditating on the story of Noah from the bible and what I got out of it was that sometimes we just need a clean sweep in our lives!! If God , being God said he was sorry he had made the human race and it broke his heart just seeing all the evil that he had to start all over!! Even God had to start all over ! It is ok to start over Kristina, sometimes it is just necessary! I know better and bigger things are in store for you.
GENESIS 6 As far as God was concerned, the Earth had become a sewer; there was violence everywhere. God took one look and saw how bad it was, everyone corrupt and corrupting-life itself corrupt to the core.
13 God said to Noah, “It’s all over. It’s the end of the human race. The violence is everywhere; I’m making a clean sweep.
I honestly don't know all the reasons why she closed it, but I can say this from my perspective, the perspective of a poor, low wage-earning woman who lives in an urban environment. Most people, common people, like myself, don't have close, immediate access to quality organic food, or any co-ops. You don't relate to the common man. You don't know what it's like to decide between getting what's cheaper or what's quality. Many of the people I work with are poor also and can't afford top organic food.They also use public transportation as their sole way to get around, and there are limits as to where these buses can take you. There's always a disconnect between those who have a lot and those who are just scraping by.
+lemurian chick I can tell how delusional and dismissive you are by reading your comment. For some people it is a permanent condition. I don't need you to decide whether I'm broke or not. I am not broke. I pay my bills with my hard work, work serving people like you. No one will be walking where I live, because it's dangerous and much too far. I have no one to help me carry all my groceries back with me, and it would be inconvenient to handle every day, because I work and have to take care of other business. It's not realistic at all, but keep dreaming.
Well explained. Being a low wage worker is a situation many don't understand. Working hard and not getting much for your hard work when actually society needs those jobs to be done and those jobs are serving other people.
Thx! This is what I was thinking about loving Kristina all the time... Maybe she learns this now ... to understand how most people live and what kind of decisions you HAVE to make, when you are poor or just on a certain budget, that is left for food.
ok, what do you talk about? Is this about why lots of people cannot affort a raw diet for their family? Because some have an iPhone, they can affort a raw vegan diet? I own an IPhone at the moment that was a gift from my dear friend, because she got a new one and knew that i could really need a good phone... What does this say about my wealth? Or hers? She got them from work, from her boss, because she needs to have one where she works.
I think, you just see something like this and make assumptions for everyone.
Cool, that you took every opportunity to do your thing/online buisness!!! :-)
why is organic even so expensive :/
Change happens but it will never erase the Essence, the Core of your humanity. You're a beautiful young lady who gave your very best and will continue to make important contributions to society in different ways. 'Let thy food be be the medicine' will never die! God bless and good luck with your future endeavors. Thank You :-)
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Dear Kristina, I am sorry to hear that you are closing down Rawfully Organic. After 11 years, the grief and loss is like losing a loved one. It was a very big part of your life. But, when the grieving has lessened, I want you to remember that you are not a failure. Most small businesses operate for 5 years or less. You doubled that statistic! And you created a legacy and an awareness for natural food that affected 50,000 of your supporters, their families and friends. I have shared your recipes for juices and smoothies with many of my family, friends, and co-workers - all to their delight, which got them to eating more fruits and veggies. My husband and I were inspired to grown our own vegetable garden, and this year, we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. So your legacy lives on and I'm so grateful that you kindly shared your videos and your recipes so that we could enjoy what good food is all about.
Big business is a menace to society and it has destroyed many small businesses, but it will not destroy the business owners' entrepreneurial spirit. You have that spirit, and when one door closes, you will find another door to open and thrive. Plus, the true God is also aware of all of these conditions on the earth, and He has a plan for those who are ruining the earth (Rev 11:18).
Keep your hope alive, and I look forward to being part of your next adventure!
Kristina you have greatly inspired me and many. I'm confident that you will do well. You're an awesome soul Kristina. I know the vegan lifestyle is the only lifestyle for mankind. Continue your mission of raw food. I feel what you feel and share your pain. Keep your head up and ignore the haters. Love ya Kristina and what you stand for. Stay positive no matter what...
Thanks to you my grandparents are raw vegan, while my parents are integrating more vegetables in their foods, and I'm vegetarian! So I just want you to know that you've had a positive impact in my life. You took the choice you thought best, even though it wasn't easy. Take some time for yourself and don't you ever feel like you're a failure! Much love from the island of PR 💚
You're not a failure. 11 years was a long time and you did well x x hopefully you will still be able to create
Truly honored to being able to receive your powerful, healing and liberating message Kristina. No great person has being known without facing giants and hardships! Truly honored and very touched. 😊 this is just a HUGE part in your evolution process... who knows what is next...😊
I can understand how you feel. I lost everything I worked so hard for (and defined myself by) when I suddenly lost my health at 30 years old and became almost entirely housebound. I'm still recovering, albeit slowly, 7 years later. Let yourself feel, work through those emotions. You will get through this and definitely come out stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. As difficult as it may be at times, trust and have faith. Sending love ❤.
Now, you have been released from just Houston and can travel the beautiful planet earth 🌏!
Kristina! I really feel for you. I lost my business because of giant coorporations. I could not compete with those prices! I have cried and gotten angry and blame everyone. I had felt like a big failure and loss. I thank you so much for sharing because I do not feel lonely anymore. You are a great person and I know something great for you and me will come because we are good people who have worried for the world and for creating jobs. God loves you! My heart is with you.
Hi Kristina, I perfectly understand you. Don't worry, after this period of sadness that is very important be lived for you to be able to start a new project in the future, something great will be born because you have a lot of light and helped a lot of people including me, a Brazilian that lives in Spain. You inspire us to have a better life. I'm glad I met you online. Thank you for being doing what you love. I have no idea of what will happen, but you have planted a precious seed in a lot of hearts, showing us a different path, a style of life. Thank you again.
don't feel sad better and bigger things will come your way God is great
You are beautiful in body and spirit. I love your energy. This to shall pass. Thank you for being so warm and honest. When God closes a door another one opens. Your so inspirational. Going through a tough time myself, your honesty and love for other people gives me hope. God has something even better for you. Never give up. God bless.
Finally! !! I am so PROUD OF YOU!!! This is YOUR LIFE and you deserve to be fully happy and that comes from WITHIN. You have grown, and it is now time to pass the torch and seek out other callings. I promise you it will all be ok.. New doors will open now like never before. Remember babies must grow. Love you and again SO VERY PROUD OF YOU!!!
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwww girl!!! Sending my love to you always! Please keep this channel and keep following your passions and live a life full of love! You can do this... Moving forward. You haven't lost any of yourself, you've just restructured and so you need to find yourself again. Better things will come! You need to go through the dark to appreciate the light and what is to be birthed in the near future. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ you are love. You are loved. You are beautiful. You are strong, independent, ready for anything. You are lovable. Feel your emotions, go through them, surrender, in order to move on.
FRIEND!!!!! OMG. I just ( it still feels just) closed our Juice bar in December. I cried and cried and cried and actually yesterday, we just sold the rest of our equipment and I cried more than ever ( it felt like the final straw) It is HARD the raw world of business is HARD! We must connect. My bones hurt, still. So many people say I still have "success" but my heart was THERE!!I didn't care about anything else. Would love to connect with you sweet gal!
Pretty Balanced I live in central Arkansas and there was a juice bar here that closed and I miss it so much! It was expensive so I would treat myself every payday to a juice. Now we have no juice bar and it’s pretty sad. I guess I’ll have to start making my own.
I wish you could have expanded your products to be sent to other cities and states outside of Texas because I would love to purchase your products. I hope the best for you!
every ending is a new beginning in disguise.
proaussie agreed. 🙏🏻
proaussie very true
💖 You are strong and amazing. Thank you for being Real and True to You and to all of us.
"Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!”
10 years ago I closed a business that had been a passion project like this was for you. after the grief, life turned and twisted in ways I could never have imagined. I was just asked if I would start that business again and can honestly say no. I would love to see and maybe help someone else but for me this season is over. you will come through this and after this time of winter a new spring will come. it is the nature of nature.
Heidi Snelgrove but did you go to Bali to cry for a month?
what would happen if you opened it up in hawaii? Texas may not be the place to sell...
Maybe...still many questions left to be answered. It was very very successful here.
FullyRawKristina like you said the bigger businesses are taking over and the thing is fast food is unfortunately so much cheaper than fruit &veggies...
they go by "tradition" that kills people faster but they just need more testemonies to switch....
There are an abundance of farmers market here in Hawaii. I can only speak for the island of Oahu.
I'm not sure it's the place so much as the marketing of the product. But I'm in a completely different business so idk.
I never had a chance to stop by and support your co-op. But I have been following you on social media for quite sometime now and I have so much to thank you! You made such a grand impact in my life and I greatly appreciate all that you did and all that you will do! Do not see this as a failure, you have achieved so much and changed the lives of many for the better. Have faith, be strong, and best wishes to you on your future endeavors! I see nothing but success and happiness headed your way! Sending you lots of love and support from Cali!
There is no way that will all you've done and all that you have to give that the best years are behind you! This is a difficult cross to bear, but take time to heal your soul and heart and a new you will emerge.
"... It has only made me feel more awake, definitely not a numb person and I will never choose to be numb. I will much rather to experience this pain and be cracked open than being numb and never TRULY feel ALIVE." /// "Pain does something to you that really wakes you up." Thanks for those words Kristina
Yeah; that was my favorite part too.
Kristina I feel so sad when i saw the title of this video
Thank you. I really appreciate any love and support right now. Love you all so much.
your welcome Kristina ive been watching you so long! You have changed my life!
I love you Kristina and I will forever support you. I wish you the best on your journey of healing. Remember everything happens for a reason and soon you will know the true reason for this. Sending you love and prayers 💗
So sorry to see that you had to close down!!!! I'm glad to have met you!!! I'm glad I have your book as well! It is the beginning, love! You will comeback stronger!
Why Do You HAVE To Let Go OfTHE MEMORIES? Keep the memories, especially as you process the lessons learned, build on it, WHEN READY -- listen for those lessons -- those deeper lessons just for you. Deeper than coop, but that will take time. Best yea rs of your life NOT OVER!! I'm 68 years old and have lost people and dreams and hopes and taken, unexpected, mental & emotions detours, that have, now, finally all worked together for the overall good. You have not lost your parents and siblings yet, so you have Not lost everything! THIS IS WHAT LIFE IS!! You will learn more mature lessons and yes, they're meant to teach you -- you know the things happening -- TRUST, FAITH! The tools you'll need sharpened in your quiver! So . . . CRY, its okay! Welcome to life! You'll eventually be alright, better, different -- 30 years old -- wow, wait, until you look back 30 more years . . . . there are still things I don't know . . . still things I am waiting to fulfill & sometimes wonder if I ever will . . . Yet, somehow, each new day a new opportunity given, so I must REALLY die-to-my-flesh-wants-lower thinking & manage to simply thrust this Life Journey . . . step-by-step-little-by-little. . . day-by-day . . . moment-by-moment! PLEASE PRACTICE THIS: DON'T THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHERS THINK . . . keep walking your journey!! SHINE GIRL SHINE -- CRY GIRL CRY -- HEAL GIRL HEAL -- keep living! Read about the lives of GREAT PEOPLE -- THEY "FAILED" many, many, many more times than they "succeeded!" Success is to keep walking YOUR JOURNEY! I am still inspired by you -- just put it out there! What people receive is not our part (I feel the same in trying to educate folk), but the bigger picture bigger than us -- just do your small part! Blessings! & Light & Love