Hair: An exploration of our roots, identity and the power of transformation.
Growing Forward Through Writing Workshop with Dr. Stacy
As India Arie so eloquently sings,”I am not my hair”. And yet, there is so much our hair says about our sense of self and how we communicate who we are, what we stand for and where we are in our lives. Join Dr. Stacy for this special Growing Forward Through Writing Workshop, where we will explore our roots (pun intended) and how we want to show up to grow forward consciously in a way that reflects our truest selves.
Dates: September 26th, 2018
Time: 7:30-9:30 PM
$75 + HST/workshop
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RESERVE YOUR SPACENEW MOON CEREMONY | Thursday July 12th, 2018
Come join Dr. Stacy Thomas, Psychologist, and Roseline Mouana, Yoga and Meditation teacher, as we harness the energy of the Super Moon and work with its gravitational pull to let go of what no longer serves us and shift intentionally to connect with the creator within and design our lives.
COST : $80 + HST
7:00 – 10:00PM | 321 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto
We will breathe, move, and release with intention. We will go deeper with gentle yoga flow, and mindful meditation. We will document our intentions, to make them tangible gifts for ourselves and others. And we will celebrate renewal and transition with Organic Keto Vegan snacks in community with each other under the setting sun, the moon and the stars.
7:00 – 7:15 Arrival
7:15 – 7:30 Welcome
7:30 – 8:30 Yoga
8:30 – 8:45 Meditation
8:45 – 9:15 Intention
9:15 – 10:00 Celebration
HEALING THROUGH WRITING : 4-WEEK INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
4 weeks starting on the following
Thursdays: Feb 15, 22, March 1st and March 8th, 2018
7:00-8:45PM | 321 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto
Cost : $200 + HST
This course is ideal if you have already taken the Healing Through Writing introductory workshop with Allison and would like to delve further into unlocking the healing potential of your writing. If you know that you are ready to dive right in and would like to start off with a committed weekly writing practice in a supportive group space, you are welcome to start with the 4-week workshop as long as you read through the introductory material before attending, which will be sent to you via email upon signing up for the workshop.
For this workshop, each week we will meet to write on topics from specific prompts and exercises provided to guide you down the path towards your own healing, self-discovery, and ultimately, your self-empowerment. By writing and sharing about experiences we’ve all gone through, including childhood, loss, love and regret in a guided, purposeful manner, the goal is that by the end of the four week period you will have gained valuable insights from the path that has led you to where you are today and will find healing and the necessary tools to help you on your way forward.
HEALING THROUGH WRITING : 4-WEEK INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
4 weeks starting on the following
Thursdays: Feb 15, 22, March 1st and March 8th, 2018
7:00-8:45PM | 321 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto
Cost : $200 + HST
This course is ideal if you have already taken the Healing Through Writing introductory workshop with Allison and would like to delve further into unlocking the healing potential of your writing. If you know that you are ready to dive right in and would like to start off with a committed weekly writing practice in a supportive group space, you are welcome to start with the 4-week workshop as long as you read through the introductory material before attending, which will be sent to you via email upon signing up for the workshop.
For this workshop, each week we will meet to write on topics from specific prompts and exercises provided to guide you down the path towards your own healing, self-discovery, and ultimately, your self-empowerment. By writing and sharing about experiences we’ve all gone through, including childhood, loss, love and regret in a guided, purposeful manner, the goal is that by the end of the four week period you will have gained valuable insights from the path that has led you to where you are today and will find healing and the necessary tools to help you on your way forward.
GROWING FORWARD ON THE PATH TO PARENTHOOD
A WOMEN’S GROUP FOR BUILDING RESILIENCE WHILE TRYING TO CONCEIVE
Seven Thursdays between October 5 and December 14, 2017
7:00-9:00PM | 321 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto
This group is for women who are bold in spirit who refuse to shrink into a lesser version of themselves as they continue forward on this journey to become a parent. This group is not about helping you get pregnant. It’s about helping you preserve your sanity while you try, and grow in ways you had not thought were possible.
The goal of the group is to equip participants with tools they can use independently to support their own personal growth process. I have also enlisted some other master teachers who are incredibly talented and passionate about promoting women’s health. Most of them also come equipped with wisdom they have gained from the challenges of infertility, and pregnancy loss they have experienced personally on The Path to Parenthood.
The in-person group is limited to 8 participants.
GROWING FORWARD ON THE PATH TO PARENTHOOD
A WOMEN’S GROUP FOR BUILDING RESILIENCE WHILE TRYING TO CONCEIVE
Seven Thursdays between October 5 and December 14, 2017
7:00-9:00PM | 321 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto
This group is for women who are bold in spirit who refuse to shrink into a lesser version of themselves as they continue forward on this journey to become a parent. This group is not about helping you get pregnant. It’s about helping you preserve your sanity while you try, and grow in ways you had not thought were possible.
The goal of the group is to equip participants with tools they can use independently to support their own personal growth process. I have also enlisted some other master teachers who are incredibly talented and passionate about promoting women’s health. Most of them also come equipped with wisdom they have gained from the challenges of infertility, and pregnancy loss they have experienced personally on The Path to Parenthood.
The in-person group is limited to 8 participants.
SOUL POWERED RUN WITH Dr. STACY – EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING at 6:15am | FALL 2016
This run is about more than exercise.
This run is about connecting: Connecting to others,
Connecting to nature,
Connecting to self.
Join me for a run and experience the impact of mindfulness in action.
I have been doing this kind of run on my own for the past few months and have realized that while I can write about this experience, (e.g., see blog post “Absurd Beautiful World”) there’s nothing like sharing this experience with others. Hence this invitation for you to join me.
When people come together out of a desire for personal growth, the vibe is always positive and powerful. So as much as I am motivated to share and teach, I am also excited to experience and receive the energy from your positive vibes in return.
Here are the details:
When?: Every Wednesday morning at 6:15 am sharp, regardless of the weather provided it is physically safe to run (i.e., no freezing rain)
Where?: Measurement Park, 1167 Eastern Avenue
Sign up by 11 pm Tuesday night.
Cost?: FREE (yay!!)
Here are the Rules:
No talking, No headphones. The idea is to tune in, not to tune out. To dim the noise, not create more. To be in a space of observation not distraction.
Please review the details of the format of the run before coming out so you have an understanding of the process and the suggested focus for each leg of the run.
The Run:
From measurement park to the beach, just past Woodbine Pool.
Suggested Focus: Connection to Others.
During this first portion of the run, we run as a group. The pace will be set by the slowest runner. The point of this part of the run is to feel the energy of the group and to notice your response to accommodating to others. If this comes easily to you, you might notice the ability to attend to other things. Just notice what you notice.
Arrival at the shoreline.
Suggested Focus: Connection to Nature. (approximately 5 minutes)
Assume a rooted position either by planting your feet in the ground with a slight bend in the knees, sitting or kneeling. Allow the breath to naturally slow. Tune into one sense at a time, as you take in your surroundings. See, hear, smell, feel. Notice what you notice.
I will tap the people closest to me on the shoulder when it is time to shift to the next portion of the run. You are asked to look around and do the same.
Mindful walk back to the boardwalk
Suggested focus: Connection to self
This is a slow walk where we will attend carefully to each step. Notice the physical feeling of the walk. Really study your movements. Notice whatever emotional feelings you experience as you purposefully slow yourself down.
Run back to the start at whatever pace you choose.
Suggested focus: Connection to Self
Connect with your body, your power, the ability of your body to carry you. Feel the flow of the movement. Feel your strength.
Once we cross lakeshore back to Measurement Park, the idea is to challenge your limits, allowing the inspiration gained from the experience to power you. This is not a race against anyone else. This is an opportunity to allow that positive energy to flow through you and push your forward.
You are free to leave when you arrive back at the start or to wait for others to come in. For those willing to wait for me and for those I will wait for, I will be there to say good bye and thank each participant before I leave to continue on with my day.
If you feel so inclined, I encourage you to reflect and journal about your experience, post and share your comments.
I look forward to running with you soon!
Dr. Stacy
SUPERHERO TRAINING WITH DR. STACY THOMAS | August 24th, 2016
9:30 pm, Monarch Park Stadium
“You are the superhero of our own epic journey” -Dr. Stacy @drstacytoronto
Dr. Stacy Thomas is not only an active participant at Resilience Fitness, but is also a Clinical Psychologist whose private practice in Toronto was inspired by her desire to assist those ready to truly Design their Lives.
Join @resilience_fitness and Dr. Stacy on August 24th @ 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM as she shares the tools she has acquired over close to 20 years of practice and training in clinical, sport and performance psychology to help you connect with your inner superhero and Design Your Life.
At the end of this one hour session you will have the skills to:
•Develop a clear sense of direction and purpose
•Tune into and amplify your own inner wisdom
•Vanquish ways of thinking that have the potential to steer you off course so that you can follow through with doing what you KNOW you need to do to become your best self.
GUEST SPEAKER AT INTACT INSURANCE MISSISSAUGA’S DIVERSITY DAY | March 19th, 2016
I am an individual. You have culture.
Dr. Stacy Thomas, is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice who defies any conventional form of categorization. As someone of multi-racial, multi-ethnic background, embracing diversity has literally been a way of life. Her experience while training to become a psychologist not only highlighted the pitfalls of the lack of diversity within her chosen profession, but also increased her awareness of her own biases and the importance of continuing to work on challenging them.
Known for her approachable style and ability to translate research findings into practical strategies for everyday life, Dr. Thomas will be leading us through a discussion designed to challenge common ideas of what it means to be culturally competent as well as some tools to help us successfully navigate and embrace living and working in a diverse world. Prepare to be engaged, have fun and leave with a fresh perspective.
MY EPOCH | March 5th, 2016
There is an emerging desire for authentic connections through quality conversations.
This series of events was created to free ourselves from cognitive and emotional rigidity thereby enhancing our sense of control, focus and pleasure.
Learning, sharing and celebrating in a novel environment will be the catalyst for better choices and behaviours.
The inaugural event is a balance of coherence, intrigue and provocation that is beautifully curated.
The Evening’s Speakers:
Dr. Mehran Tabrizi. Chiropractor & Osteopathy. Movility Founder. A Brain New Way To Be.
Dennis McCormac. Scientist/Creator. Converging art and science to open minds and educate the public in an accessible way. Genotype – Phenotype – Denotype…Are you my type?
Dr. Stacy Thomas. Clinical Psychologist. Design Your Life.
Greg Hum. Student Affairs Practitioner. Adventure seeker. Geek. Adventures Of A Reluctant Extrovert.
Corinne K. Change Catalyst. Content Creator. Embracing Imperfect Success.
Zach Smadu. Professional Actor. Freelance Athlete. Maker of things both tangible and elusive. Life-Hacks From Acting.
I provided an unscripted, 6 minute talk about my passion for my work as a Clinical Psychologist. To get an idea of the content, see my blog posted titled “Design Your Life: The Passion and the Process”