I'm a speaker, consultant, artist, and creator - I'm here to create tools that turn trauma into transformation - it's what I'm doing with the next chapter in this one, wild life I have and I want to share it - and the beautiful results I've gained by doing it myself - with you!
After 20+ years working in the education and nonprofit executive space, I'm combining the many lessons learned there with some life experience and new skill sets to foster creative healing and what I call "Radical Wellness" which is the art and science of learning to be okay even when the things around us are not. I'm even grabbing up a paintbrush, pen, and a few digital spaces to show how taking on trauma in unexpected ways can be transformative.
I believe that one of the greatest disservices we've done to humanity is lowering the bar to simply surviving, especially if you've had a major traumatic setback (and most of us have, or will, in our adult lives!) - I'm here to raise it to thriving.
You'll hear (and see) me use the phrase 'Thrivorship not Survivorship' a lot, because that's what I want for all of us.
One of the gifts I have is to see how many pieces that may seem disconnected can come together to create something exceptionally powerful. And I'm working in a lot of different spaces to communicate exactly that - art, speaking, consulting and coaching, as well as digital and physical tools and resources are all part of the package.
I process a lot of these ambitious ideas and messages through creating visual art, and writing. I strongly believe - and neuroscience backs me up - that expressive arts are a critical component to human wellness. I create because it has helped me not only process my own trauma but discover how to transform it into something that is beautiful and powerful. I've also discovered my work frequently serves as inspiration for others to engage in expressing their own experiences with trauma - not for the drama of it - but for the powerful transformation that is possible with the right tools. The work you see on this page and in my other links is original; the artwork (watercolor painting is my primary medium), illustrations, poetry, and writings are my own. I'm a 100% human creator.
I run both The Better Living Collaborative (www.betterlivingcollab.com) and Nicki Scribbles (www.nickiscribbles.com.) These spaces allow me to share my knowledge and experiences and connect you with the tools I've generated from both. Because of my own experiences - and my expertise - I can provide leadership in trauma-informed practices, post-traumatic growth, expressive arts, and more.. And I am comfortable sharing, leading, and training from the stage, in professional/organizational spaces, community spaces, or with individuals.
Why? Because no matter what's happened to you, there is a brilliant, empowered spirit inside just waiting for the chance to be set free - and I want to make that happen for you. Thriving individuals, in thriving workplaces and in thriving communities, change the world.
This is long term work that requires a lot of exposure and ongoing research and work to create a sea change. My own work and engagement with others is my best recruiting tool and vendor markets, conferences, and presentations are where I can engage with new prospective clients. But it's a huge challenge. A lot of people don't realize it but there's a litany of licensing fees and vendor fees well before I ever attend a market. And while a lot of presenters for conferences are usually backed by their organizations who have budgeted travel, I'm a soloprenueur so for me, it's out of pocket months before I'll see the return on that investment, which is not always guaranteed. Also my unique situation as a solo parent means I have to additionally afford overnight care for those I leave behind.
Supplies to produce assets, have prints done, and create inventory I can convert and sell- as well as investing in marketing to raise my profile are the next big needs on my list. I know that the rights assets and exposure will make the difference.
So, if you'd like to support my continued quest to bring tools that turn trauma into transformation, I'd be so grateful if you'd buy me a (metaphorical, of course!) coffee -
You can also reach out to me directly with questions at nichole@betterlivingcollab.com.
☕️ Thank you!
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