Developing strategies for mental well-being with SSWS Chair Dr. Olivia Boukydis

The Guelph-Humber Podcast: Episode 3

GH Podcast Episode 3: Dr Olivia Boukydis

How would you define mental health? 

In episode 3 of The Guelph-Humber Podcast, University of Guelph-Humber’s Social Services and Well-Being Studies Chair Dr. Olivia Boukydis says it’s about finding an equilibrium between the many different aspects of a person's life that makes them feel whole.

In this episode, Dr. Boukydis discusses mental health, including personalized stress-management tools and the importance of developing boundaries, the role of emotional resilience in student preparedness, along with practical tips that anyone can use, such as establishing boundaries or being active. She also tells listeners about the program’s new rebrand, which emphasizes wellbeing.

Listen to the full episode here:

Published Date
Tuesday, October 20, 2026