Legacy of Service: Leadership, Resilience & the Power of Giving | #201

In this deeply moving and heart-led episode of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, we begin as always with a gentle HeartMath coherence practice to settle the nervous system, soften the breath, and return to gratitude before stepping into conversation.From that grounded space, I have the profound honor of welcoming Joyce Frustaglio, philanthropist, former Deputy Mayor of Vaughan, Citizenship and Immigration Judge, four-time cancer survivor, and a woman whose life is a masterclass in resilience, service, and integrity.Born in Abruzzo, Italy, and raised in Canada, Joyce’s journey into leadership began at just 11 years old cleaning a neighbor’s home every Saturday, an experience that shaped her work ethic, character, and lifelong commitment to volunteerism.Over the decades, she has:• Served 35 years on the board of Villa Colombo• Raised millions of dollars for hospitals and charitable organizations across the GTA• Held elected office for 20 years with unwavering integrity• Been appointed by Prime Minister Stephen Harper as a Citizenship and Immigration Judge• Continued raising over a million dollars annually for causes supporting families navigating cancerBut beyond the titles is a woman who faced cancer four times — and chose courage, preparation, love, and gratitude each time.✨ In this powerful and inspiring conversation, we explore:✅How early volunteerism shapes leadership and success✅Why giving is never about what you give but what you receive✅The power of integrity and keeping your word✅Building influence through service and authentic relationships✅How volunteering opens unexpected doors in career and life✅Facing life-threatening illness with grace and strength✅The “packing your suitcase” philosophy — preparing your heart, not just your affairs✅The importance of forgiveness, love, and saying the words nowJoyce reminds us that successful people rarely rise alone; they build their lives on service, community, and unwavering authenticity.🎧 Listen to this episode of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast on my website, Apple, Spotify, @AmazonMusicUK or wherever you enjoy your podcasts.🙌🏽 Connect with Joyce Frustaglio @https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joyce-frustaglio-4468b65bWith immense gratitude and thanks to our sponsor:▸St. Lucian Sea Moss | www.stlucianseamoss.co | @stlucianseamoss#womeninleadership #volunteerism #resilience #selfcaregoddess #legacy