The Joy Store
&
Community Area
Visit us at The Joy Store, a roadside stand and community space designed to
support mental health and promote mental wellbeing!
You’ll find fresh produce, cut flowers and plants all grown on our farm, as well as farm-made preserves
and baked goods. Explore the Little Free Library and Little Free Pantry, Nature’s Treasures Sharing Shelf,
Kindness Rocks, and Plant Exchange. Relax in the lounge area and enjoy coffee, tea and cookies was well
as free mindful colouring and other relaxation and mindfulness activities.
Open: Most days 9:00 am to 7:00 pm or dusk (spring, summer and fall)
Our Story
As a social worker on the farm here and as a fly-in child therapist for a remote First Nation community in the far north, I've faced my own challenges with trauma, anxiety and work-related burnout. During this time, I discovered that I was neglecting the self-care practices I often recommended to others. I wasn't walking my own talk. The Joy Store is my personal healing journey and self-care practice. Everything here nourishes my heart and brings me joy, and I wanted to share these treasures with you. I'm passionate about promoting self-love and self-compassion and providing wellness items that can support you during tough times. These strategies are simple and discreet, but when used consistently over time, they can build resilience. I hope you find them as beneficial as I have.
Thank you for joining me on this self-care journey!
With loving kindness,
Jules
Coping Tools
Discover a range of discreet coping tools designed to empower individuals of ages in managing challenging situations and emotional dysregulation. Our tools incorporate symbolism, mindfulness, deep breathing, positive self-talk, and aromatherapy to foster self-compassion, self-love, confidence, self-esteem, and resilience. They are easy to carry resources that can be used anytime, anywhere, allowing you to navigate tough moments with confidence and grace, all while maintaining your privacy. Embrace your journey towards emotional well-being with our supportive tools. Inquiries email julie@nourishinghearts.ca
Sensory Calming Bracelet with Lavender Oil
Sensory Calming Chain with Lavender Oil
Sensory Calm Down Cubes
Kalimba as a Coping Tool
Put Your Shine On
to Build Self-Confidence
Felted Rock Diffuser
with Lavender or Lemon Eucalyptus Oil
Steel Tongue Drum
for Coping
I am...
for Self-Confidence
Heart Stone
Grounding Tool
My Precious Heart
for Self-Love
Calming Cards Wallet
Mindful Motion Bubbler
Calming Tool
Texture Sensory Stone
Grounding Tool & Fidget
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Eucalyptus Grounding Sniffer
Aromatherapy Tool for Anxiety
Cactus Charm
Symbol for Boundaries & Resilience
Mindful Mints
Coping Tool
The Feather Charm
Know Your Truth
Hope
Symbolic Song Bird
Shine Bright
A Flashlight to Find Your Way
My Beautiful Rainbow
Symbol of Hope, Joy & Resilience
Grateful Heart Charm
Gratitude Tool
Positive Potion
for Self-Love