Dr. Stacy Thomas, Psychologist

EMBRACE THE ADVENTURE. There's beauty, magic, and surprises to be experienced. No need to travel far. Just step outside. #outdoors, #lake, #nature, #trail, #hike, #bluffs, #bricks, #build, #create, #learn, #education, #natureisthebestteacher.

Thank you @pandemicpregnancyguide for the invitation to take over your IG LIVE tomorrow at 3 pm EST to share tips on managing mental health during and after pregnancy during this unprecedented time. We will be talking about #mindset, #tools, and #practices to support women through the most #transformative time in their lives. I will also set aside time for Q & A, so don't be shy. We need this conversation now more than ever. #mentalhealth, #perinatalmentalhealth, #womensbrainhealth, #womensmentalhealth, #transformation, #mindfulness, #consciousness, #covid, #pandemic, #pregnancy, #growforward, @growingforwardsoulschool, @growingforwardjournal, @dylcentre, @drsheilaw, #designyourlife.

VEGAN SUSHI. I have to say I am a little impressed with myself for pulling this off last night. It does take time but it is oh so good and very affordable. Pictured here is one carrot, one avocado, 3 small sweet potatoes, half a block of tofu, two left over grilled Portobello mushrooms and some pea shoots (plus half a cucumber). I also happened to pick up watermelon and made watermelon sashimi! I love making my own spicy mayo be combining kewpie (mayo they use in sushi) with... Asian hot sauce (the name escapes me right now). Covering the rice with toasted sesame seeds adds a beautiful depth of flavour. My husband, who is a huge fan of traditional sushi, and is pleasantly surprised with how much he loves this version and doesn't even miss the fish! Plus it's a great activity to do with the kids. It does take a bit of time, making it a great activity for the entire family to do together if you are looking for something new to do. Experiment, have fun and enjoy. #sushi, #vegansushi, #familyactivities, #covid, #healthy, #food, #nutrition, #foodinspiration. @ Toronto, Ontario See more

FInally got this amazing piece by @quincyraby_art up on the wall in my daughter's room. It only took a year (lol!). This pandemic is doing wonders for helping us finally get s*#t done! I love so much about this piece. The added bonus is the subliminal message of her mom watching over her. #Torontoartist, #colour, #unicorn, #girlsroomdecor, #cool, #endlesssummer, #beachvibes. @ Toronto, Ontario

Honoured to participate as a panelist on @thezoomertv hosted by @libbyznaimer yesterday. We talked about the impact of the #pandemic on #womensmentalhealth. Emotional labour has only gotten worse for many women, especially working mother's. The financial burden also affects women more both directly and indirectly. What can we do? Say no. Find the tools and support to finally learn to correct the balance. To no longer be the sidekick, on the sidelines making sure that everyon...e else is ok. To now begin the process of considering ourselves in all things. Maybe this is the paradigm shift we have needed for centuries. And maybe it's time we heed its message. #healthyboundaries, #emotionallabour, #selfcare, #notselfish, #womensbrainhealth, #empowerment, #thrive, #wellness, #mentalhealth, #mentalwealth, #abundance, #joy, #be, #showup, #workingmom, #girlboss, #consciousness, #covid, #covid19, #pandemic, #globalshift. @yearofthemind @ Stacy Thomas, Ph D, C Psych See more

Head over to @growingforwardsoulschool to catch me and the amazing @trudyestone as we share insights from this week's #flowtogrow practice. It's all happening there on IG LIVE in about 25 minutes. Grab your lunch and join us. #expressivewriting, #wisdom, #journaling, #truth, #mentalwellness, #COVId, #covid19, #weareallinthistogether

This is me feeling proud of me. For doing what I have felt called to do and sharing it before it's ready because it's time. This pandemic is the clearest sign that we are in the midst of a major paradigm shift. And all we need to do to mine it for all it has for us, is to be awake and listen. Listen to all of it. This is how we can collectively leverage the wisdom that runs between and through us to #growforward or #Evolve exponentially on a global scale. The Flow to Grow p...ractice combines the tools I use myself and with my clients to quickly and effectively access the truth. And I am sharing it on IG Live in the @growingforwardsoulschool. Follow us, tag a friend and join us and prepare to be shifted and uplifted :) The video from today's morning practice is still in the @growingforwardsoulschool IG story if you want to try to use it before our recap discussion tomorrow. Check the @growingforwardsoulschool for all of the details. I look forward to connecting with you there soon Xx #growforward, #expressivewriting, #journaling, #flowtogrowpractice, #consciousness, #awareness, #awaken, #truth, #shift, #love, #connection, #mentalhealth, #mentalwellness, #self-compassion, #acceptance, #empathy, #weareallinthistogether

If masks are now required attire, can I have one like this please? #covidfashion, #mask, #couture, @traceeellisross, @alexandrevauthier, @instylemagazine, @kevinallwood, @lesley_hampton

Thank you @drt_toronto on for this simple, but incredibly effective technique that helps us feel so grounded and held. I had no idea that we could hold ourselves in a way that brings immediate calm so powerfully. Try it. #selfhealing, #geniuschiropractor, #hug, #love, #science, #neuroscience, #integration, #powerful, #practice.

BOUNDARIES. This is one of the lessons that this pandemic is pushing us to learn. It is the key to all health. All of it. Your emotions are part of that boundary system; they are an extension of your immune system. Knowing how to respect, and process them is step one in being able to honour them with action. This is the conversation that needs to be had right now. This is what we need to be practicing together. This is what I am dedicated to give. For free. For as long as ne...cessary. If we emerge from our cocoons better able to do this, we will ensure that we create a world that is BETTER than ever before. Join me over @growingforwardsoulschool where I will be speaking on this topic and inviting you to join me and your fellow beautiful humans in a practice that will help you get really good at tapping into your truth, amplify it, and show up consistently for yourself first, which automatically serves others. Are you excited? I am! Join me. Join us. Let's take this opportunity to #growforward together! #consciousness, #expressivewriting, #growingforwardjournal, #practice, #selflove, #compassion, #acceptance, #truth, #boundaries, #respect, #love, #showupforyourself, #stressmanagement, #alignment, #breathe, #mindfulness, #grow, #positivevibes, #positivepsychology

"I believe we can find a way To get through this pain But I need you to believe it too I believe we can hold on... Our love is so strong But I need you to hold on too.." @tinlicker ft. Thomas Oliver #covidanthem, #musicislife, #inspiration, #song, #housemusic, #dance, #grateful, #keepthevibehigh, #designyourlife, #growforward, @growingforwardsoulschool

In this video, Dr. Stacy shares the benefits of implementing the tips she received for her own self care and gives one of her own that this situation is pushing many of us to do. Please do share. We are all in this together. #covid, #survival, #wellness, #ask, #give, #support, #mentalhealth, #growforward, #designyourlife, @growingforwardsoulschool

New office arrangement. #yoga, #wellness, #selfcare, #covid19, #makingitwork, #walkthetalk.

Calling out all the experts out there for advice as to how we should best care for ourselves as we start working almost exclusively over screens. What's your best advice? #covid-19, #surviving, #headache, #backache, #insomnia, #eyestrain #toomuchscreentime, #holistichealth, #help, #coping, #community, #occupationalhealth, #wellness, #designyourlife

Hail to the DJs for keeping the vibes high. What are you listening to these days? #disco, #dance, #roadtrip, #sundayvibes, #DJ, #musicislife, #coronavirus, #thrive, #survive, #designyourlife, #growforward.

#GRATITUDE. It is one of the most important #practices for fostering #resilience during times of turmoil and change. This is why it's included as a daily practice in the #growingforwardjournal (see link in bio). What we pay attention to #grows. Setting the #intention to look for moments of gratitude sets us up to experience this feeling in #abundance. And as @rickhansonphd taught me, leaning into these experiences when they are happening in real time ensures that they get enc...oded at a deep level. They become the treasures of our lives that we can reconnect with whenever we need them most. Head over to the @growingforwardsoulschool where I am inviting people to join me in noting 3 moments of gratitude daily. Come, join us and tag a friend. Let's mine this moment in our human history to create something better as we choose to #growforward together. #love, #connection, #consciousness, #presence, #balance, #covid-19, #mentalhealth, #movement, #weareallinthistogether. See more

I absolutely love the #fromfeartohope workbook by @drcotler that she authored in collaboration with @otherlifelessonsinc. This is the pic my daughter's did yesterday of herself when she is feeling safe and brave. See the link in my bio to download your free copy to do today with your kids or maybe you do it yourself for your inner kid. There are some great tips inside that can help everyone during this challenging time. #Resilience, #inittogether, #connection, #emotionalintelligence, #growingforwardsoulschool, #familyactivities, #covid_19, #growth,

Growth happens in the face of adversity. Join Join me today LIVE at 12 pm EST on IG Live stories where I'll be speaking about what it means to #growforward and how this global situation can elevate us into a higher level of consciousness that can serve us all. We are all in this #together. If you are wanting to get a restart on this conversation, go to the link in my bio to get your FREE download of the #growingforwardjournal, the guided journal I created to help you grow c...onsciously through whatever life brings. See you soon! #growingforwardsoulschool, #expressivewriting, #consciousness, #mindfulness, #selfhealing, #selfgrowth, #selfcare, #Resilience, #practices, #gratitude, #joy, #competence, #insight, #action, #compassion, #empathy, #listen, #truth.

THE TIME IS NOW to learn the mindset and the skills that will help you grow consciously through whatever life brings. This is what it means to #growforward. This mindset is a game changer. It's what I have learned as a result of my work with thousands of clients over the past 20 years. Challenge is #challenge. Whether we choose it or not, it always has the potential to help us #evolve into a higher level of our being. My intention was to begin shooting this now. A friend in... need and my family's requests took precedence. Check my stories later today for an updated time to join me live. In the meantime, check the link in my bio for a free download of the #growingforwardjournal and start using it. I designed it for this situation. We are all in this together. Let's leverage our #collectiveconsciousness to elevate our minds and turn this time of turmoil into our #greatestgift. #growforward, #growingforwardsoulschool, #journaling, #expressivewriting, #consciousness, #presence, #balance, #Resilience, #mentalskills, #practices, #unity, #healing, #transformation, #pain, #rise, #love See more

This morning's last walk along the beach in Mexico prior to coming back home. This song got me through this week. My daughter Chloe took to it instantly. I was just IG messaging @zachkellum, an awesome Toronto musician, about doing a family sing alone over face time or zoom as an activity to foster connection while we remain in self-isolation. Let me know if you are interested and we'll set it up. @thehouseofaia, #bobmarley, #walks, #nature, #beach, #self-isolation, #thrive, #adapt, #create, #spirit, #love, #music, #designyourlife, #growforward, #growingforwardsoulschool

This is to everyone who has been so worried about us in Mexico. We are all doing well. In fact, I wish I could have brought all of you with me here. Today is my 50th Birthday, which will be memorable for so many reasons. I feel incredibly blessed to be here and to soak up all of the incredible healing rituals offered here daily. I need it now more than ever before returning into the fray to help do what I can to bring calm and healing. Today is also a national day of #empat...hy. How fitting. We all need to up our empathy game at this challenging time. Sending so much love to all of you. We will make it through, together. I'll be back soon. @thehouseofaia, #blessed, #love, #growforward, #faith, #consciousness, #listendeeply, #now.