Best Well Being Schw Podcasts (2025)

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Status Update: Graduated... Now What? 24:53

1M ago24:53

24:53

The month of April represents an exciting transition for university students, that is as it marks the end of a school year and the beginning of a new one. For many students, the transition could be greater than beginning a new school year, and instead, they begin a new chapter as they graduate and explore their career options. Just like the yin and…

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Reframing Ability 30:23

2M ago30:23

30:23

Ability is a spectrum, yet a spectrum still has two ends. So, in order to create a universal design inclusive for all, we should first understand the needs of everyone in the “all.” How should I communicate with a person with a disability? Is that even how I should refer to them, “person with a disability” or is that not inclusive? How about viewin…

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Kindness - A Black History Month Special 35:05

2M ago35:05

35:05

The world could be unkind sometimes; and as we approach Black History Month, we reflect on the historical resistance to behaviours that could be least classified as unkind. The guest in our episode today, however, approaches adversity with his faith that “there is power in kindness.” In this episode, our host Susu B. conversed with the Black identi…

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Consent: The Art of Asking 29:38

3M ago29:38

29:38

Sex and Sexual Activity are parts of many university students; to ensure you and your partner(s) are getting the best out of your experiences, you must first understand the art of asking for consent. Everything that consent is and is not, will be discovered in this episode. For example, consent is an ongoing process of understanding, communications…

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International Student: Far From Home 28:47

4M ago28:47

28:47

We are now approaching holiday season and the so called “most wonderful time of the year,” however, holidays can be bittersweet for international students who navigate going back home or staying in Canada. Many conflicting emotions arise for international students during the holidays. For those who travel back home, there’s the exhaustion of bookin…

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Movember: Putting the Men in (Men)tal Health 24:10

5M ago24:10

24:10

Until 2003, the month of November has had the significance of any other month in the year. In 2003 however, this month marked the start of a movement referred to as “Movember” that aims to address multiple aspects of men’s health, including mental health and suicide prevention. Mental health has been historically overlooked in comparison to physica…

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Financial Well-being 24:03

6M ago24:03

24:03

What do you think of when you think of the word “well-being”? If you fall into the trap of only thinking about mental and physical health, then you should definitely watch this episode that discusses a forgotten aspect of well-being: Financial Well-being. Many of us run past the Student Financial Services Department at York University, so we are no…

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Students Facing Adversity: Navigating the Path Forward 22:11

7M ago22:11

22:11

Some students may think that obtaining a degree is a direct and linear process, however, life might throw you with academic, financial and health challenges that you may not expect while navigating your path. How many of us predicted the York University strike? How many of us knew of financial difficulties while doing well financially? And how many…

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Méditation guidée avec Hugo: Relaxation Musculaire Progressive 20:05

1y ago20:05

20:05

If you're feeling tense, this is the meditation for you. Progressive muscle relaxation involves tensing and relaxing different muscle groups to reduce tension and promote relaxation. It is a powerful tool to calm oneself and detach from stresses.By York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Méditation guidée avec Hugo: Exercice du Lieu Sûr 7:42

1y ago7:42

7:42

Take a couple of minutes to relax and detach with an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) activity. Whether you're seeking relief from stress, anxiety, or simply wish to unwind after a long day, this guided session offers a tranquil retreat for the mind and body.By York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Food for Your Wellness: The Feel Good University Eating and Living Cookbook 31:43

1y ago31:43

31:43

Meet Ashlyn Nguyen, York University Peer Health Educator and the Project Lead on an exciting new Cookbook for the York University Community called FUEL- Feel Good University Eating and Living. The main goal of this project is to create a cookbook that will be a valuable resource which provides proactive approaches to healthy eating which will enhan…

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Mindful Moment: Find Your Calm with Scott Pope 6:09

1y ago6:09

6:09

In this Mindful Moment episode, we will go through a brief guided meditation to help destress and recenter yourself. Use it before a big presentation, test, or a difficult conversation. Focus on the present by focusing on your senses!By York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Mindful Moment: Mindful Breathing with Marcie Campbell 12:24

1+ y ago12:24

12:24

In this Mindful Moment episode, counsellor Marcie Campbell guides us through a breathing exercise that can help us find balance as we tackle our challenges.By York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Community 27:47

1+ y ago27:47

27:47

The university Experience isn’t just a degree—it’s also important to build your community. It can have a great impact towards your success as a university student by providing you with a valuable network of resources. Are you having difficulty making connections? Do you feel lonely on campus? Do you come to campus feeling a desire just to go backho…

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Mindful Moment: Progressive Relaxation with Scott Pope 14:18

2y ago14:18

14:18

Progressive relaxation is a technique that has you tense and relaxes body parts from the feet up. We are going to pay attention to how it feels when you tense and relax. Your mind may wonder, and that is okay so long as you notice and refocus!By York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Stress 27:40

2y ago27:40

27:40

Student life means always being under pressure–but do you know that taking a moment to deal with your stress can make a huge impact on your academics and productivity? Have you ever found yourself reading and when you get to the bottom of the page you realize you haven’t taken anything in yet? Do you ever lose focus when you’re trying to finish an …

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Coming soon: A well-being podcast for YU 1:50

2+ y ago1:50

1:50

We all know that University life is stressful and complex, but we can make it through the challenging times and build resiliency together if we make space for our well-being. Well-being is connected to everything we do. Well-being and YU is a new podcast produced by students for the York University Community and beyond. that connects well-being res…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Well Being Schw Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Well-being and YU

York University, Department of Student Counselling, Health and Well-Being (SCHW)

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Status Update: Graduated... Now What? 24:53

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Reframing Ability 30:23

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Kindness - A Black History Month Special 35:05

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Consent: The Art of Asking 29:38

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International Student: Far From Home 28:47

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Movember: Putting the Men in (Men)tal Health 24:10

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Financial Well-being 24:03

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Students Facing Adversity: Navigating the Path Forward 22:11

1
Méditation guidée avec Hugo: Relaxation Musculaire Progressive 20:05

1
Méditation guidée avec Hugo: Exercice du Lieu Sûr 7:42

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Food for Your Wellness: The Feel Good University Eating and Living Cookbook 31:43

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Mindful Moment: Find Your Calm with Scott Pope 6:09

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Mindful Moment: Mindful Breathing with Marcie Campbell 12:24

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Community 27:47

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Mindful Moment: Progressive Relaxation with Scott Pope 14:18

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Stress 27:40

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Coming soon: A well-being podcast for YU 1:50

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