Better Together

The #SpeakYourMIND Ice Bucket Challenge is a revitalized version of the original Ice Bucket Challenge, it is aimed at raising awareness for mental health. It was initiated by the University of South Carolina, MIND (Mental Illness Needs Discussion) club in March 2025. Participants are encouraged to pour a bucket of ice water over themselves, record it, and tag others to join the challenge. Donations are also encouraged, with proceeds going to the nonprofit Active Minds, Inc. which focuses on mental health advocacy and suicide prevention among youth and young adults. Across the country, our Better Together mentors and mentees* are stepping up to raise awareness for mental health by participating in the #SpeakYourMIND Ice Bucket Challenge! 💧❄️ Huge shout out to our Better Together community for raising mental health awareness. Together, we’re breaking the stigma, sparking conversations, and supporting Active Minds, Inc. with their mission to save lives and promote mental wellness. Let’s show the world that mental health matters. Together, we’re stronger. 💙💚 Together we are better! We are Better Together. athletesbettertogether.com #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #speakyourmind #mentalhealthawareness #resilience #bettertogether #icebucketchallenge #activeminds #athletesbettertogether *(with permission)

This was a special day at Gillette Stadium! Incredible for our local high schoolers to hear from Coach Mike Vrabel and Christian Gonzalez of the New England Patriots, just talking about the importance of mental health. #stopthestigma Such a fabulous presentation on Performance Anxiety by our Better Together Co-Founder - Dr. Kimberly O'Brien (of Unlimited Resilience) and our Better Together mentor Madeline Egan at the 3rd annual #KyleCares Conference at Gillette Stadium. It was great to share our Better Together platform with all the athletes present and we were so happy to spotlight our Better Together mentors! Thank you Jim Johnson for your support and trust in us! We are Better Together. https://lnkd.in/e9RHJ3Tj #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #connection #community #performance #development #values #support #mentors #leadership #expectations #controlables #bettertogether #stopthestigma #kylecares #pregameanxiety #patriots #athletesbettertogether #unlimitedresilience

Confidence is Key, and Better Together is Here to Help! At Better Together we believe that confidence isn’t just a byproduct of success—it’s the foundation for it. Through our mental health and wellness platform and mentorship program, we empower developing athletes across all sports to build resilience and self-belief from the inside out. What We Do… Mental Health and Wellness Foundation & Support: Teaching athletes to overcome challenges, embrace growth, and discover their inner strengths on and off the playing field. Mentorship: Pairing athletes with inspiring role models who guide them towards their personal and athletic excellence. Confidence creates external results, and together, we’re lighting the way for young athletes to thrive not just in their sport, but in life. Life brings them to it, we bring them through it! Believe. Achieve. Grow!!! We are Better Together athletesbettertogether.com #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #sportspsychology #confidence #mentalskillstraining #support #mentors #leadership #expectations #resilience #growth #bettertogether #athletesbettertogether

It’s Unlimited Resilience’s Mental Skill Monday! Joel Hark talks about professional mental health support. Learn about how and when. We are Better Together. athletes bettertogether.com #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #soortspsychology #mentalskillstraining #support #mentors #leadership #expectations #resilience #bettertogether #unlimitedresilience #athletesbettertogether

We are talking to, connecting with and supporting developing adolescent athletes. "The reality is that when athletes experience mental health struggles, they typically turn to their peers first for support." - Kimberly O'Brien, PhD, LICSW Better Together supports and empowers developing adolescent athletes by connecting them with college athlete mentors who truly understand their world first hand. We pair young athletes with trained, near-peers who have lived sports and life experiences, offering guidance and providing a compassionate ear when it’s most needed. Parents, you play a pivotal role in supporting your young athlete's journey. They have a lot on their plate, trying to sort through what’s on their adolescent brain. Let’s get them a mentor to help walk them through their hard days. Together, we can build and support a stronger, more resilient athlete and a sports community that prioritizes not just athletic performance, but also mental well-being. Discover how our Better Together Mentorship Program can make a difference in your young athlete’s journey. We are creating a culture of mental health literacy, support and mentorship where no athlete has to face their challenges alone. We are Mentors. We are Better Together. https://lnkd.in/e9RHJ3Tj #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #connection #community #selfawareness #performance #growth #development #values #support #resilience #balance #mentors #livedexperiences #bettertogether #culture #athletesbettertogether

So many lessons here!! We can all learn so much from Rory McIlroy and our mentors with incredible lived - experiences! We are Better Together athletesbettertogether.com #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #development #values #support #mentors #leadership #masters #grandslam #expectations #controlables #bettertogether #resilience #athletesbettertogether

Ahead of tonight’s WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) draft, Hailey Van Lith’s dad, Corey, leaves an emotional voicemail for his daughter: “After your name is called Monday night, continue to be the best version of yourself you can be.”

🏌️♂️Golf: The Ultimate Journey of Resilience🏌️♀️ Competitive athletics, especially golf, is a roller coaster ride. It's not just about the sunk putts or the missed shots—it's about how you handle everything in between. At Better Together we're here to support young, developing athletes in navigating the ups and downs of this incredible journey. During the Masters, Rory McIlroy gave us all a masterclass in mental toughness. From magical moments of pure confidence and focus to mental mishaps followed by resilience and grit-he showed us what it means to embrace challenges and rise again. Incredible! And his closing remarks? Full of gratitude, love, and inspiration. What he shared with his daughter was unforgettable: "Never give up on your dreams. Never, ever give up. Keep coming back, keep working hard, and if you put your mind to it, you can do anything." Golf mirrors life—it’s not just about the wins but the growth, strength, and lessons along the way. Let’s stand together and empower athletes to face the highs and lows with resilience, passion, and determination. 💪 Who is giving your child encouragement to dream, to handle a hard days and to keep showing up? We are here to support dreams and work with developing athletes to find their joy! We are Better Together! athletesbettertogether.com #mentalhealthishealth #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #connection #community #development #values #support #mentors #leadership #expectations #controlables #bettertogether #athletesbettertogether

Who’s training your athletes to separate what they can control. from what they cannot control? Better Together’s mentorship platform pairs incredibly dedicated mentors who guide, support, and inspire growth within our developing athletes! Connect with Better Together today at athletesbettertogether.com. Let’s empower our athletes for the journey ahead -Together. We are Better Together. athletesbettertogether.com #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #resilience #mentors #community #controlables #performance #bettertogether

COURAGE is the backbone of resilience, growth, and athletic excellence. It’s the willingness to push boundaries, confront challenges, and embrace uncertainty—both physically and mentally. From diving for a ball to persevering through setbacks, courage helps young athletes take risks, rebound after failure, and step up under pressure. PARENTS: Who’s helping your athlete build their courage on and off the field? Better Together’s mentorship platform pairs your athlete with incredible and dedicated mentors who guide, support, and inspire growth. Connect with Better Together today at: athletesbettertogether.com. Let’s empower your athlete’s courage for the journey ahead. #mentalhealthmatters #athletementalhealth #resilience #mentors #community #courage #bettertogether