Unwind Your Mind

In this episode of Unwind Your Mind, our host, Chloe Kim, chats with Annabell Tanzil about the experiences of being an immigrant in a foreign country (Canada). This episode delves into the experiences that Chloe and Annabell experienced while adjusting to a foreign country, how they impacted their mental health and some personal tips in dealing with the hardships of being an immigrant. Annabell is a third year student at the University of Victoria pursuing a Bachelor’s in Teacher Education, residing on the unceded territories of the WSÁNEĆ and Lekwungen peoples. She is a first generation immigrant from Indonesia. IG @ymhaassociationTwitter @ymhaassociationFacebook @Youth Mental Health Association 

In this episode of Unwind Your Mind, our host, Anna-Lisa, chats with Bailin Xie, a Clinical Psychology PhD candidate at the University of Calgary. They talk about Bailin's journey to choosing a career in Clinical Psychology and the career itself. Bailin also runs an Instagram with her partner, @thebalancedgrind, to share their work-life balance through their adventures and recipes. If you've ever considered becoming a Clinical Psychologist or therapist and want to learn more, this is the episode for you.Chat with Bailin on Instagram: @thebalancedgrindFor more mental health resources:IG @ymhassociationTwitter @ymhassociationFacebook @Youth Mental Health Association

In this episode, we're joined by Charissa Lim, MS, RD from the University of Florida. We talk all-things nutrition, the dietetic career path, and healthy eating from high school to university (with some tips for parents/guardians as well). Charissa's platform emphasizes easy, affordable, and balanced meals for young people. Additionally, she talks about food myths, nutritional tips, and developing healthy eating behaviours!Contact Charissa on Instagram @theroastedveggieFor more mental health resources:IG @ymhassociationTwitter @ymhassociationFacebook @Youth Mental Health Association

In this episode of Unwind Your Mind, we meet with Natalya, who is a Physician Assistant student at the University of Toronto! We talk about studying, screens, burn-out, and finding time for ourselves in the busiest moments. As a PA student, Natalya juggles school, extracurriculars, and clinical studies alongside her personal life and she's here to tell us her advice. Thank you for listening! If you're interested in accessing more mental health resources, visit our social media.Instagram @ymhassociationTwitter @ymhassociationFacebook Youth Mental Health AssociationWebsite http://ymha.org

On this episode of Unwind Your Mind, two Ambassadors (Sophia and Tiffany) co-hosted a live Q&A with a fourth-year medical student, Jennifer Ham. On the outside of the hospital walls, the public is unsure about the happenings inside the wards. They inquire about the realities of working in a hospital and how COVID-19 has impacted medical learning. This episode is a recording from their school hub event.For more information on YMHA and mental health resources:Website: ymha.orgIG: @ymhassociationFacebook: Youth Mental Health AssociationTwitter: @ymhassociation

This episode focuses on finding mental health resources during COVID-19. Co-hosts Anna-Lisa and Vivian are joined by Merani, a Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour student at McMaster. The trio discusses all things related to therapy: accessibility, affordability, changes to be made, and sisterly self-care advice. COVID-19 has drastically changed mental health care for many individuals, especially during a time that can be emotionally draining. NOTE: This episode was recorded between two sessions due to lost audio. We apologize for the confusion.Unwind Your Mind x YMHAInstagram: @ymhassociationTwitter: @ymhassociationFacebook: Youth Mental Health Association

On this episode hosted by Anna-Lisa and Isha, listeners can learn about the physician assistant (PA) career and its impact on the Canadian health care system. The PA career is highly regarded and competitive in the United States, but only has 3-4 schools in Canada...what gives?Joined by Toni Luongo, a first-year PA student at McMaster University, we learn about the ins and outs of being in this new field. We talk about uncertainty, mental health in a professional program, and job security.If you're interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, this is a great career to look into!NOTE: U of T's PA school graduates obtain a BSc, McMaster graduates obtain a BHScPA, and Manitoba graduates obtain a Masters degree. All are equally eligible to write the PA certification exam.Unwind Your Mind x YMHAInstagram: @ymhassociationTwitter: @ymhassociationFacebook: Youth Mental Health Association

CW// Mental illness, OCDThis Unwind Your Mind episode invites Victoria Collins, a fourth-year Social Science and Indigenous Studies student to the pod. Outside of the classroom, Victoria is a varsity rower and previous McMaster Rowing President. An accomplished student-athlete and activist, she also tells her story of coping with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Listen along to hear about Victoria's journey to learning about her OCD, the problems facing youth with OCD, and mental health support in sports. Your co-hosts for this episode are Anna-Lisa and Vivian, two other rowers at McMaster.Instagram: @ymhassociationFacebook: Youth Mental Health AssociationTwitter: @ymhassociation

On Unwind Your Mind Episode 3, we have Megan Whynott (they/them) talking about various aspects of their life story. In this episode, they talk about "coming out", how to handle the problematic people in your life, and how to become an ally or become a better ally. This episode is catered towards anyone who wants to learn more about the LGBTQ2+ community or anyone who identifies as LGBTQ2+ (or may be figuring that out). Megan is a current student at Simon Fraser University, studying to become a Human Rights Lawyer.To get in contact with Megan, visit their Instagram, @mwhynott 💚If you are seeking informational resources, head to @ymhassociation on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. In the case that you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, contact 911 or 1-833-456-4566 (Canadian Suicide Hotline Service). If you are not experiencing an urgent mental health situation, feel free to contact the Kids Help Phone at a1-800-668-6868.

A lot has changed these last few months, particularly with many things feeling unknown and uncertain as it relates to the coronavirus. On top of that, the tragic death of George Floyd sparked a chain of global protests that are still, months later, continuing around the world. Dilin Simon joins us to explore her mental health journey during university, the recent uprising of the Black Lives Matter movement and handling quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to her speak about getting involved in social justice work, how to support the mental wellness of your black friends, and finding your place in the world. - @ymhassociationIf you are seeking informational resources, head to @ymhassociation on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. In the case that you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, contact 911 or 1-833-456-4566 (Canadian Suicide Hotline Service). 

TW // Eating Disorder(s)Sports typically have a positive impact on our health, both physical and mental, but what about when the opposite happens? Diana Carranco joins us to explore mental health in the world of competitive sports. Listen to her journey through multiple sports, coping with loss, and ED recovery.Follow Diana on her social media to see her life during recovery!IG: @Diana_c.recoveryYT: Diana C. (https://youtu.be/d24euRkuW1E)