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Local author Lisa Melbourne talks to us about her new book – “Natural Magic for the Modern Goddess”
Lisa Melbourne is a local entrepeneur and parent who Lincs Kids has had the pleasure of knowing and working with for several years now. It has been great to see her business and reputation develop and thrive and now to see her first book come to fruition. We took some time to have a (virtual) chat about her background and how the book came about…
Tell us a little about how you started out?
My journey into health and wellness really began when I studied to be a Clinical Reflexologist and Aromatherapist back in 2012, but I have always been interested in natural healing techniques and practices, particularly the use of essential oils as my Mum was an Aromatherapist.
I set up my clinic, Lisa’s Body & Sole in 2013, based in North Hykeham and my love for all things relating to natural healing and health grew from there.
I specialise in women’s health, supporting my clients with all three aspects of their health – mind, body and spirit, helping them to understand why they might be struggling with physical complaints and disorders and how this might relate to an emotional event or trauma. I combine this holistic approach with a combination of Aromatherapy and Reflexology treatments that are tailored specifically to my client’s needs.
What was the inspiration behind the book and how did you end up as an author?
The inspiration for my book came from the work that I have been doing with my clients for the past 8 years, as well as the healing journey that I have been on personally over the last decade since leaving the Military.
I hit rock bottom after leaving the RAF, struggling with my mental health and a complete disconnection from myself and the world around me.
As I slowly started to piece myself back together, I began to read a lot about the positive benefits of mindfulness, guided journaling, meditation, rituals and creating a life that was connected to the cycles of Nature, the seasons and the Moon. I discovered that there was a beautiful synchronicity to the ebb and flow of the natural world with my own internal seasons and so I began practicing mindfulness that was connected to these natural energies.
The daily practices and rituals that I have implemented into my own life over the last decade, along with the tools, techniques and therapies that I’ve trained in have become my blueprint for a balanced and harmonious life. This inspired me to share my journey with others and so it was that I began writing Natural Magic for the Modern Goddess.
I approached a publishing company called That Guy’s House with my book synopsis who specialise in publishing books within the Wellness genre and I was honoured when they asked me to jump on board and publish my book with them!
Who is your book aimed at? What benefits would it bring?
My book is aimed at women from all walks of life, of all different ages who feel inspired to create a deeper and more mindful connection to themselves, their health, purpose and nature.
This book will guide them to view life from a gentle and positive perspective, supporting them through times when they might not always have the answers or trust in where it is that they are heading.
The reader will learn to connect with their intuition on a much deeper level, learn to love the body that they are in, slay any inner demons that are holding them back and mindfully connect to their health and wellbeing through various rituals, journaling prompts, essential oils, flowers and crystals that will become part of their own personal daily wellbeing blueprint.
