Former USC QB Caleb Williams urges for kindness beyond Mental Health Awareness Month

The purpose of having a month dedicated to something like May for mental health is to raise awareness. Providing an increased emphasis on a cause that lets people know that they have support and people in their lives while going through tough times is important.

As the USC Projan Caleb Williams said, it needs to be something that extends and remains at the forefront of people's minds, beyond May.

From the Heisman Trophy X account and reshared by the Caleb Cares Foundation account, Williams asked for people to not only take the time to see how those closest to them truly are but also to take a half moment to think of how the potential words and actions can impact people differently depending on what is going on in their lives.

The message of 'Think Kindness' has always been a strong part of the Caleb Cares Foundation. Started by Williams to help people in the realm of mental health and to help spread anti-bullying messages.

On the foundation's website, along with options to donate and pledge to the cause, Caleb Cares also speaks on how they focus part of their efforts toward elevating the lives of young people.

Real impact from former USC quarterback

Something like this can help to give children and young adults the confidence and skills needed to stand out against injustice and be inspiring, productive members of society. Undertaking anti-bullying measures is an important aspect and a public stance to take. Replacing that with something positive and something for the youth to strive for is equally important.

Caleb Cares also matched the Dr Pepper Award tuition to bring the total to $100,000.

For Williams, using his platform as an athlete involves sending messages on social media. He also walks the walk and goes further, making a difference in the community. The efforts of his foundation are only some examples from the former Trojan.