Joy Macchione, Whole-y Joy

01/19/2022

This just gives all the feels ❤️❤️

06/30/2020

I couldn’t agree more.

05/02/2020

Attending my first live virtual conference!!! .co @ Oakville, Ontario

04/29/2020

We are all going through our own struggles during Covid-19 but we need to be thankful because most of us have a roof over our heads, warm beds and food to eat.
I just received an email about this and really wanted to share. I love hearing how in times of difficulties companies pull together to help those in need.
The Distillery District has teamed with Mealshare and will be donating healthy meals to youth in need with the purchase of gift cards. If you're in the GTA please look into supporting the purchase of gift cards! The Distillery District has some AMAZING restaurants. I will definitely be visiting a few when this is over!!
https://distilleryhospitality.com/gift-cards

04/02/2020

Happy World Autism Awareness Day!
My son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 3. He is very high functioning, very verbal and very smart. I have had many people say to me, he looks "normal". This always makes me laugh and silently say to myself, "well you look normal too!". One of things we're not supposed to say out loud! Like my son, I sometimes I don't like to have to filter my thoughts, haha. What is normal and who gets to deem what normal is and does anyway? At any rate, yes Erich looks normal and speaks normally. He can swear, drink and eat like any other 20 year old. Since the moment he entered my life I have loved him and embraced him. Erich has an amazing sense of humour, quick wit, sharp tongue and a passion for debate. He will debate anything. He knows about everything, and yet one of things he I frequently debate is how smart he is. He doesn't think he's smart! But he has something to say about everyone else's intelligence....or lack thereof! Again, the wit, which I love so much. You see despite all the wonderful qualities, one of things I learned early on was Erich learned many coping skills....he would hold it together all day and then when he came home, when he knew he was safe, he would then fall apart. Even though my son is 20 now, I still feel the same, actually no. I feel even more pride and love for him. It isn't easy for me as a single mom, as he is currently struggling with depression, trying to figure out his place in this world. Trying to cope with his struggles of not being able to cope with the demands of College. Each day he gets up and he shows up. I celebrate each of his wins still the same way I did when he was younger because the challenges don't go away. They're bigger and scarier once you're an adult. The supports aren't there anymore. I accept, embrace my son and am his biggest advocate. It isn't easy. Believe me. But I will forever be there cheering him and guiding so long as he needs. Erich is amazing and I am forever grateful to have been able to learn everything that he has taught me. Let's celebrate all kids and adults with Autism.

02/03/2020

A couple of years ago a friend introduced me to this amazing woman Brenda Jasmin. I have been attending her Positivi-Tea Talks ever since and they have had an amazing impact on my life. I'm especially looking forward to this weeks talk about building Positive Relationships. If you're interested in spending the morning with a wonderful group of women and learning about creating more positive energy in you world, there are still a few spots open. Thanks Brenda Jasmin for all that you do ❤️!

In Harvard's longest running study on adult development, the most surprising finding has been how much impact the quality of our relationships has on our happiness, health and longevity.
So what can we do to improve our relationships?
Come to my Positivi-Tea Talk next Thursday and learn some powerful positive psychology tools you can use to start cultivating relationships with your partner, friends, family, children, coworkers, community and even new acquaintances!

01/22/2020

I personally haven't bought into the Beyond Meat Burger Business. The ingredient list kind of freaks me out. Here is an interesting article by Meghan Telpner sharing her thoughts.

https://www.meghantelpner.com/blog/beyond-meat-burger-healthy/?utm_source=Meghan%27s+Community+Of+Fun&utm_campaign=bbd8e18125-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_07_11_03_24_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_061a10b407-bbd8e18125-30871345&mc_cid=bbd8e18125&mc_eid=d608b21f78

I tried to avoid writing about the Beyond Meat burgers. I didn’t want to deal with the haters that I got when I shared facts about Arbonne, Soylent, and Nutella. Yet for the last several months my inbox and my...

12/22/2019

First off... I know, I take horrible selfies... but I wanted to share about this awesome company that Erich and I discovered yesterday. It’s called tenfed. They produce ethically crafted clothing and for every piece purchased they provide 10 meals to the homeless across the world. As they say, “ clothing that has style and meaning”. Look into them... I think it’s a pretty cool thing. Here’s their link www.tenfed.org You can find them right now at the Square One Holiday Market 😉

11/20/2019

Did you know that one of favourite things to do....is absolutely nothing? I love to sit in one of my comfy chairs and just stare at the wall. I guess it's a form of meditation. It's my way processing and reducing all the chatter in my head, although sometimes it gets louder before it gets quieter haha.

I challenge you to allow yourself to do nothing, especially as we head into the Christmas season. Let me know how it goes.


https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/29/smarter-living/the-case-for-doing-nothing.html

Stop being so busy, and just do nothing. Trust us.

11/07/2019

A little insight into anxiety

10/22/2019

This .... is everything!

10/21/2019

This ❤️

10/11/2019

10/11/2019

I love this so much and yes, it is something I do regularly. We all have bad days, weeks or moments and sharing a kind word really can make a big difference in someone else's day.

10/09/2019

On Saturday I got to go spend the day with Erich for their Thanksliving celebration. Bonus, I also got to spend the day with my best friend of 40 years!! What a wonderful day it was. @ Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary

10/02/2019

So True ❤️

08/26/2019