In every religion, there are stories about strong, wonderful female characters. They often are a combination of a fighter, protector, and a nurturing motherly creature. Some of them connect with making the world; others are the earth that gives life to us. In Iceland, we have sagas about many goddesses, and they all have their elements. When you need assistance with love and fertility you call upon Freyja, and for healing, you would call upon Eir. For me a Goddess is is a creature from another world. You can call upon her for protection and guidance.