I am thrilled to introduce my readers to Nicole Graham who is a Soul Coach, Facilitator, Empowerment Advocate and the quintessential "Modern Goddess". She is a fabulous woman who lives life with passion and meaning!
How did you come up with the concept for the Modern Goddess?
The concept for the Modern Goddess evolved over time and based on the changes in my life.
I have worked in the training and personal development field for the past 15 years, mostly in the corporate environment. During that time I specialised in cultural change and re-establishing disjointed training and development teams, mostly consisting of women, who thought they had to do it all on their own.
When I moved to Hong Kong from Australia, I realised that not only did women, in general, feel like they had to do it on their own, but over time they lost themselves in their careers, their families or in my particular situation, trying to live in another country. At some point they start to question what they were doing with their life – I know I certainly did.
The Modern Goddess concept is about reconnecting with and rediscovering your inner goddess; your personal power, and as a woman, you get to define that for yourself because we’re all different. For some it might be confidence, others it might be the strength to say no or to say yes. The aim is to have you standing tall, proud and in your own personal power.
Tell us about your online programs and coaching that you offer.
I’m currently offering Soul Coaching and Small Business Coaching online, however do plan to expand my services in the new year.
Soul Coaching is a powerful 28-day program of mental, emotional, spiritual and physical cleansing. It is a remarkable program that allows you to explore your life path, discover your authentic self and begin to understand your purpose. It is designed to take you on a journey to align your inner spiritual life with your everyday life. Each week is dedicated to one of the four elements - Air, Water, Fire and Earth. These elements represent aspects of your life, and by participating in the daily activities and working with affirmations, you allow for powerful integration to occur.
My Small Business Coaching packages are based on where you are in your business cycle and incorporates an element of keeping a balance in your life, while building your business. My Persephone package is about moving your dreams into reality and will help you to kick start your business. My Hera package helps you move from working "in" your business to working "on" it, and my Artemis package allows you to work through a new concept or brainstorming new business ideas, providing you with a unbiased sounding board.
Why do you think now is the best time for us to get in touch with our inner Goddess?
There is so much unrest in the world today and many people get caught up in the negativity of it all. Even though for most, trying to solve the world’s problems is overwhelming and impossible, but we don’t have to save the world, instead we need to make positive, constructive and heart-felt changes to our immediate world. Over time, those changes will positively influence another to make a positive change in their life, and then we start to see the domino effect. Women have so much influence, however they do not see this… and it is now time to take a stand.
As Mahatma Gandhi says “Be the change you want to see in the world.”
Having a work/life balance is so important to all of us busy Goddesses...what are some tips you can share with us on how to unwind?
Living in busy Hong Kong can be exhausting so when I get home from being out and about seeing clients, I unwind by putting on some soothing music, having a shower and washing away the energy of the day. I then slip into my lounge wear – mostly cute and comfortable pj’s and put on some candles or incense or burn one of my Goddess-ence oils. There are many child friendly candles and oil burners around these days so people with children can still enjoy such simple pleasures.
I also love taking the time, at least once a month, to spoil myself… this could be a home manicure, a bubble bath, a foot soak or just a nana nap on our lounge and all these are inexpensive but effective. While in the bath or having my foot soak, I use the time to read a book or a magazine. This treatment is great for the end of the week and can be viewed as your own reward for working hard from Monday to Friday.
Another thing I enjoy is creative visualisation. I take myself off to a tropical island and feel the sand under my feet and the sun on my skin. I do this often when on the bus coming home. This day-dream allows you to escape from the stress of your life. You don’t have to go to a tropical island, you could visualise the tension in your body melting away or sending your mind chatter off in a balloon, never to be seen or heard again.
Taking the time to unwind allows you to leave your day behind and enjoy the evening activities.
Tell our readers how they can get in touch with you?
Kathy, your readers can visit my website and blog at www.moderngoddessonline.com. I also have a free online magazine for modern goddesses, the latest issue is out now – www.moderngoddessmagazine.com, and if you’re looking for a treat for yourself, Modern Goddess Gifts is for all things “you” – www.moderngoddessgifts.com.
In appreciate of your support for The Modern Goddess, I’m offering your readers a $50.00 discount on my next online Soul Coaching program, starting on the 1st November. To take advantage of this offer, please email me at nicole@moderngoddessonline.com.
