Raw2Pure - Rekindling Happiness

02/11/2026

💜 Monday Museful Moment 💜

The more work I do around the nervous system, the more I realise that resilience goes much deeper than just “bouncing back”.

For me, it’s about capacity. Having room within ourselves to feel what life brings, and finding our way back when it all feels too much.

All our emotions are valid. We can feel sadness, anger, frustration, excitement and joy. We don’t have to be calm all the time to be doing well.

You might have heard me talk about our “window of tolerance”. It’s the space where we can experience emotions and still feel able to cope with what’s happening.

When we’re exhausted or have been holding too much for too long, that space can feel quite small. Even one more little thing can tip us into overwhelm, or leave us wanting to shut everything out.

The tools and practices I share are ways of nourishing our nervous system and gradually building more room. Room to feel, to respond, to recover and to recognise when we need support, too.

That’s what resilience means to me. Being able to move through life’s challenges and emotions, and find our way back to feeling anchored again.

For me, flower essences, being out in nature, giving myself Jin Shin Jyutsu and nourishing my body with glycans are just four of the ways that help me find my way back when life feels a bit much.

I would love to hear what helps you find your way back? 💜

30/10/2026

26/10/2026

💜 Monday Museful Moment 💜

When someone asks how you are, do you automatically say, “I’m fine”?

Sometimes we’re so busy getting on with life, looking after everyone else and doing what needs doing, that we barely stop to consider how we’re feeling.

So here’s my little museful moment for today …

Do you feel as well as you’d like to?
What would feeling better mean for you?

Perhaps more energy for the things you enjoy, feeling more rested, less niggles and discomforts, better sleep, better digestion, or a little more capacity for whatever life throws your way.

You know me, I’m always curious about ways we can nourish ourselves and feel better able to handle life. That’s what first led me to explore glycans.

Tomorrow, some wonderful friends and colleagues are coming down to Poole to talk about glycans and whole food nutrition.

Usually these talks involve travelling miles, so having them here in Dorset feels like an opportunity too lovely not to share!

I’ll be going along to support them, and I’d love to have a few friendly faces join me. 😊

📍 Barchester House, Poole, BH15 4HY
📅 Tomorrow, Tuesday 27th October
🕚 Choose from 11am or 1.30pm talk

If you’ve been wondering what I keep wittering on about, or you’re simply a little curious, why not come along as my guest. A chance to come and listen and ask any questions you may have in a room full of cell health experts.

Just comment below or pop me a message saying which time suits you, and I’ll arrange your space.

It would be lovely to see you there💜

25/10/2026

Well, I went to Coventry, stepped wildly out of my comfort zone and came home with an award!

I’m home, absolutely shattered, and still trying to take in the most phenomenal four days away.

A few people have been messaging to ask how I got on, so I thought I’d pop on and share, although it still feels rather bonkers!

On Thursday evening, I won the Judges’ Recognition Award in the Warrior Phoenix category at the New Earth Business Awards. ✨

I was independently chosen by Judge Trish Mckinnley, from the USA, who was a judge for my category. Alongside receiving my award from her, I had the pleasure of several chats with her too. Wow, what a woman. Inspirational, full of wisdom, and very much someone who will lovingly kick my arse if I don’t follow through on the next steps we talked about! 😂

I could really do with a little Trish in my pocket for those moments when self-doubt creeps in.

I’ve spent these past few days connecting with some incredible business woman and coaches from all over the world. Being in that room felt quite overwhelming at times, being just little old me from Broadmayne, and I’ve come home with so much to reflect on.

A huge thank you to Sara Estelle Turner, my business mentor, who nominated me in the first place. Without you, I wouldn’t have experienced this incredible event.

And yes, sorry for the strops, the deleted emails and the tantrum over recording my video! 🙈 Thank you for encouraging me beyond my comfort zone, even when I was digging my heels in. I would have missed so much if you hadn’t so thank you 💜

And a massive, heartfelt thank you to Kelly Vikings and Martin Miller for creating such a phenomenal event and bringing all these wonderful people together. I have no idea how you did it but I do know you have the biggest hearts 💜

For now, I’m home trying to rest, but although my body is exhausted, my head hasn’t quite got the message yet! I’m trying to catch up with emails and everything else, but my eyes keep closing. 😂

I think I need a couple of days to let it all land.

22/10/2026

Wednesday Wisdom … arriving on Thursday this week! 😅💜

Yesterday I was travelling to Coventry for two days of speakers, mentors and masterminds, and the New Earth Business Awards gala this evening, where I’m a finalist in the Warrior Phoenix category!

But the journey didn’t quite go to plan.

My friend who was coming with me had a fall that morning and ended up in hospital with three breaks in her arm and the possibility of surgery. Absolutely awful for her, and I’m thinking of her so much. 💜

I found out when I was already an hour from home, on my way to collect her.

Suddenly, the trip we’d planned together became a very different prospect. A five hour drive by myself, when driving is a trigger for POTS. Somewhere unfamiliar, and three nights in a hotel on my own, something I haven’t done since my accident.

I could turn around and go home, or carry on.

So I pulled into a layby and had a little chat with myself.

“Come on, Lisa. Giving up is NOT in your vocabulary.” I decided to carry on. One bit of the journey at a time.

This morning, I’ve woken up in my hotel room. It feels very odd. I’m missing Tyler and Luan like crazy, and sleeping without my little furry feline snuggled up beside me was very hard. But I’m here.

And perhaps that’s my slightly late Wednesday Wisdom: learning when to rest and when to take a small, brave step into something unfamiliar.

That choice will look different for each of us, on different days. Yesterday, for me, it was carrying on.

And for now, I’m putting my feet up, quite literally! 😂 Before a full day and evening of being upright, I’m taking a moment to use my tools to anchor and nourish my nervous system.

Taking a brave step and looking after myself along the way. That’s the Ancora Way in practice.

Even brave steps sometimes start with your feet in the air. 💜

19/10/2026

💜 Monday Museful Moment 💜

On Wednesday, I’m heading to Coventry for the New Earth Business Awards, where I’m a finalist. Three nights away from home, which is something I haven’t done for a VERY long time.

There’s excitement about going, having a break from the usual routine, making connections and doing something for me.

But alongside that, there’s apprehension too. An extremely long drive, an unfamiliar environment, lots of people, socialising, lights and sound, and how I’ll manage POTS with all those potential triggers.

Then there’s leaving those I love. I’m honestly, wondering how I’m going to sleep without my furry feline snuggled up beside me! 🐾

It’s got me thinking about how we make room for ourselves when stepping away from the familiar takes a little more consideration.

We can look forward to something and still feel apprehensive about it. We can want a little space and still feel that pull towards home. Both can be true.

Part of what I teach is learning to notice what we need and finding ways to support ourselves. That’s something I’m always practising in my own life, too. This week, it might mean leaving a little breathing space between activities, stepping outside for a pause, taking some familiar comforts with me (better not take Luan in my suitcase) and allowing myself to enjoy being there.

In something I wrote recently, I spoke about holding the door open for the people I love. Then I added that I’m holding the door open for myself, too. I’m taking that thought with me this week.

Perhaps your moment for yourself won’t be three nights away. Perhaps it’s a quiet cup of tea, a short walk, or a little time to do something you’ve been looking forward to.

Where could you hold the door open for yourself this week? 💜

16/10/2026

💜 Foundation Friday 💜

This week behind the scenes at Raw2Pure, I’ve been busy making bracelets, not just a couple but 40!

I’ve been putting together an order for Sculpture by the Lakes artisan shop, and it’s been lovely to spend time doing something I love.

So much of what I share here is about supporting ourselves through the challenges of life. This week has been a reminder that there’s room for the things we enjoy, too. The things we make time for because they bring us pleasure.

For me, making bracelets is one of those things, each one handmade with love.

I always find it rather special knowing that something I’ve made will find its way to someone browsing in a shop, perhaps choosing a gift or a little something for themselves.

Some may find their way into Christmas stockings, others might simply be a little gift to themselves. Either way, it’s lovely to think of them heading off to their new homes.

So this week’s foundations have involved rather a lot of beads, a lovely order, and the pleasure of creating.

What’s something you love doing, simply for the enjoyment of it?

12/10/2026

💜 Monday Museful Moment – Growing Older Doesn’t Have to Mean Slowing Down! 💜

One of the things I’m passionate about is healthy ageing and longevity.

We can’t stop the clock, but we can influence how we age.

And one of the biggest parts of that is staying mobile.

Because mobility isn’t just about being able to bend our knees or move our hips. It’s about independence, freedom, confidence and continuing to enjoy the things that make life worth living. As someone with compromised mobility because of my accident I know first hand how important this is for the mind and body.

This week I can’t even tell you the amount of people that have said to me in conversation, “Oh, it’s just my age!” or “It’s what happens when you get older!” when talking about stiff joints or finding movement more difficult.

Of course, our bodies change as we get older, but that doesn’t mean we should simply accept every ache, stiffness or limitation as inevitable.

There are things we can do to support our bodies, our joints and our ability to keep moving well for longer.

And for me, that’s what healthy ageing is all about. Not just adding years to our lives, but adding LIFE to our years!

✨ A little invitation for the curious amongst you …

This evening, Dr Steve Nugent (my guru, who I was so excited to meet earlier this year) is joining our weekly evening call to share some fascinating information about joint health, connective tissue and a relatively new nutritional product called Glycan 4FX.

We’ll be exploring how ingredients such as the purest, highest quality collagen and aloe vera extracts can play a role in supporting joint health and mobility.

It’s an opportunity to listen, learn and perhaps discover something you didn’t know before.

If you’re curious, you’re very welcome to join us as my guest.

📅 Monday 12th October
🕢 7.30pm on Zoom

Just comment below or drop me a message and I’ll send you the link. No obligation, just an opportunity to learn something new.

Because looking after our future selves starts with the choices we make today 💜

09/10/2026

💜 Foundation Friday - A Little Less Hiding, A Little More Shining! 💜

A little glimpse behind the scenes this week, and something that’s taking me rather a long way out of my comfort zone! 😬

Although I’m extremely passionate about what I do and absolutely love sharing my knowledge and experiences, there’s a part of me that would much rather stay quietly in the background.

Being visible, standing up and speaking in front of people, putting myself out there is not something that comes naturally to me.

But something I’ve been learning is that sometimes the desire to make a difference becomes bigger than the fear of being seen.

And this week I’ve said YES to two opportunities!

🌿 The first is an event in Poole on the 27th October 2026, where some wonderful people from the world of glycans and nutrition will be sharing their knowledge about health, energy and wellbeing.

I’ve agreed to be part of bringing the event together and share my own personal experience of the nutritional products I use.

🌸 The second is an invitation to deliver a two-hour online Expert Talk on the 26th January 2027, exploring the wonderful world of flower essences, particularly how they can support our emotional wellbeing through the winter months.

Two wonderful opportunities to share things I’m passionate about.

To say I’m nervous is an understatement!
In fact, the thought of a two hour talk is actually petrifying me already! 😳

But I also know that staying small and comfortable isn’t necessarily going to help me reach the people I would love to support.

And perhaps this is part of living the Ancora Way myself.

Not waiting until I feel completely confident or fearless, but learning to support my nervous system as I grow, stretch and try new things.

And yes, there most definitely will be flower essences accompanying me on these particular adventures! 🌸😂

Being anchored doesn’t mean never feeling afraid. It means having somewhere within yourself to come back to when you do.

So that’s what’s happening behind the scenes at Raw2Pure this week.

A little excitement, a few butterflies, and hopefully some wonderful opportunities to make a difference.

What about you? Have you ever said YES to something that excited and terrified you in equal measure?

05/10/2026

💜 Monday Museful Moment 💜

Have you ever come home absolutely shattered but somehow felt more full than when you left?

That was me on Saturday.

I spent all day at a holistic Fayre at Upwey Wishing Well, and believe me, by the time I’d walked what felt like miles carrying boxes from the car, set everything up, spent the day chatting to people, packed it all back down again and eventually unloaded the car at home my body definitely knew it had done a day’s work! 😂

But although I came home tired and aching, I also came home feeling strangely full. And I realised it was ‘connection’ that had filled my cup.

There had been conversations with other stallholders, chats with people who stopped at my stand and stories shared about our lives and experiences. There was laughter, there were tears, and those lovely moments where you go from talking to a complete stranger to suddenly sharing something really meaningful.

It got me thinking about how much we need that, particularly in a world that’s becoming busier and more techy. We can be connected to hundreds of people online and yet sometimes lose sight of the kind of connection that actually nourishes us.

Connection with other people, connection with nature and, perhaps most importantly, connection with ourselves. And spending the day surrounded by all that beautiful greenery probably helped fill my cup too!

It’s probably no coincidence that as The Ancora Way has started taking shape, one of the words that found its place within ANCORA is Connected. Because looking after ourselves isn’t only about slowing down and resting. Sometimes what nourishes our nervous system is laughter, conversation, being outside, sharing our stories, feeling seen and simply spending time with other humans.

So yes, on Saturday night my feet hurt, my body ached and I was absolutely shattered but my cup felt very full.

And perhaps that’s something worth noticing this week …

What fills your cup, even when it uses some of your energy?