Mental Health University

Author: Joel Ingersoll PHD

All in on college mental health, mental performance, and maxing personal development for college students. Host Dr. Joel Ingersoll brings 20 year of counseling, advising, coaching and mentoring thousands of college students. Geared toward college students and parents Dr. Joels episodes increase mental health awareness, challenge stigma and provide actionable steps to optimize mental health and peak performance during the college semester. The podcast is a result of Dr. Joels relentless mission to help college kids adjust, discover, cope, and develop.
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Leadership in Athletic Success
Episode 49
Wednesday, 29 October, 2025

Episode Summary:In this episode of Mental Health University, Dr. Joel and CJ Simmons discuss various themes surrounding mental health, leadership, and team dynamics in sports. They emphasize the importance of support systems, the role of captains, and the impact of leadership styles on team morale. The hosts explore how mistakes are part of the game and the necessity of fostering a positive team environment, especially in light of the challenges posed by NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) agreements in college sports. The conversation also touches on the significance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the strength and courage of survivors. Chapters00:00 Breast Cancer Awareness Month02:51 Team Dynamics in Sports05:46 The Role of Captains11:22 Leadership and Feedback16:45 Navigating Team Challenges22:22 The Impact of NIL on Team Dynamics28:01 The Importance of Support SystemsKey Takeaways:Breast Cancer Awareness Month is significant for many.Team dynamics play a crucial role in sports performance.Captains must support teammates and foster a positive environment.Leadership requires being calm and approachable during challenges.Feedback is essential for growth in any team setting.NIL agreements can complicate team dynamics and leadership.Mistakes are inevitable; how teams respond matters.Team bonding activities enhance relationships and performance.Effective leaders must be receptive to feedback.Support systems are vital for athletes' success.