Welcome
to ‘Jess’s weekly inspirational person’
This
week’s weekly inspiration person is….
NAME: Rachel Gorney
AGE: 23
OCCUPATION: Home-cook
A true inspiration to me.
A breathe of fresh air.
A woman with a big heart, a story of passion and struggle, some one who reminds us that self acceptance and self love can be a challenge but it is a journey of self discovery and there is light at the end of the tunnel...
Tell us a little about who you are, what you
do, how you go here.
I started a journey
of self-discovery and self-acceptance about 3 months ago. Along the way I have
started finding out more about you am I, what I’m passionate about what I love
to do. For many years I struggled with my weight, my identity and a reason to love
and accept myself. It all hit a new level when I had surgery in July. During my
recovery I mentality shut down and went through a deep stage of depression and decided
to quit my job as a makeup artist. I needed to make a change; I started a
6-month wellness program. It has been the best thing I couldn’t have ever done
for myself. I have discovered a lot about who am, what I want from life and my
true purpose. I exposed my love and passion for cooking and have now started my
own home-cooking business. ‘From
My Kitchen’ is a home cooking business that delivers delicious and nutritious
weekly snack packs and travel packs to the convenience of your own door. All the ingredients are
100% organic, using only the finest natural products and super foods available.
All the recipes are sugar free, gluten free and vegan. They are homemade, guilt
free and of course 100% tasty.
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What does ‘health’ mean to you?
Health to me goes
beyond fueling your body with nutritious foods. I think being healthy means finding
that balance between with your mind, body and spirit. This is something I have
recently learnt and it has definitely had impact on me and changed my understanding
on the term health.
How do you manage to stay so fit and healthy?
Share your dietary philosophy/secrets…
·
I
mediate to relax my mind
·
I
started writing, which has been a fantastic outlet.
·
I
put nourishing and wholefoods into my body
·
I
do what I love to do every single day.
·
Most
important I accept myself, I value my existence and I live without any fear.
What brings balance to your life?
I live everyday in
the present moment without any intentions, ideas or expectations. I do what I love and what makes me passionate
and happy every single day.
Your favorite healthy recreational activity?
I love being outdoors, either walking or
riding my bike. I have been riding for over 6 years it gives me such a thrill
every time I get on my bike.
Who is your greatest health inspiration?
I’m extremely
fortunate to have met some truly inspiring people over the past year. Most
recently two women have had a huge impact on me and really given me a lot of
encouragement and motivation. They are Jessica Sepel and Melissa Ambrosini.
Where is your favorite place on earth?
There is a beach near
my house that is quite private and quiet. I can sit there all afternoon,
reading and writing and listening to music. I go there anytime I need some peace
and relaxation.
What is your favorite healthy meal/snack?
My favorite desert/snack
would have to be the heaven balls that I make. It has certainly cured my sugar
craving and a previous life of being a former chocoholic.
What is your favorite healthy neighborhood
restaurant?
I love eating at Xage in Surry Hills (Sydney)
and Phamish in Darlingurst (Sydney). Better Yet, I also love cooking in my
kitchen and enjoying a home cooked meal.
What is next on the cards for you? Goals and
aspirations…
I’m living each day
as it comes. I’m working hard at getting my business known and recognized. I’m
busy with orders and interest from shops and other fantastic opportunities for
the business. In the next few months I would love to have my own stall at the Bondi
Farmers markets selling my goods. I have also been busy writing a book about my
life, my struggles and my journey which I would love to get published one day.
Lot’s happening, which makes me so happy and excited!!
Please share one of your favorite healthy
recipes here…
Rachel’s version of shakshuka:
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This is my
favorite go to meal when I don’t have too much time in the kitchen. I have it
for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Makes enough
for one serving.
Ingredients:
2 free range
eggs
¼ cup of sliced
leeks
3 mushrooms
sliced
¼ of a red
capsicum thinly diced
¼ cup of
thinly diced eggplant
One tomato
thinly diced
1 tbsp. of
organic tomato paste
½ cup of organic diced tin tomato
½ cup of organic diced tin tomato
3 crushed
garlic (I love garlic)
½ tbs of
coconut oil
Continental
parsley
I tsp. of
each turmeric, cumin and paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1.
Preheat
the even to 180°
2.
In
a non-stick small fry pan melt the oil and sautéed the leeks until they are
soft.
3.
Add
the capsicum, mushrooms, and eggplant and continue to sautéed until soft.
4.
Add
the spices, cayenne pepper, garlic, tomato paste and also tined tomatoes. Bring
the mixture to a boil and then let it simmer for 10 minutes. If the mixture is
too thick add some boiling water. (Make sure it is not runny either).
5.
Season
to taste and add some chopped parsley to the mixture.
6.
Using
a wooden spoon separate the mixture to form two holes. Using a small cup crack
one egg at a time and then pour into the hole.
7.
Let
it cook over the stove for about 3 minutes then place in the oven for another 3
minutes. The eggs should be cooked but still soft.
8.
I
like to add extra paprika on top, chopped parsley and spinach leaves. Depending
if you are having it for breakfast, lunch or dinner serve with crusty
bread.
9.
Enjoy!!!
Connect with Rachel:
Email – gorneyrachel@gmail.com
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