In this episode, Gráinne and Ciara reflect on their journeys toward connection and how finding Better Together gave them hope and helped them feel less alone.

Ciara shares how she first came to the community through mental health services, unsure if it would be the right space for her. But what she found was a reminder that everyone’s path is different - and that there’s room for all experiences.

Gráinne opens up about feeling isolated and how surprising it was to find genuine connection in an online group. She describes the warmth, understanding, and flexibility of Better Together as something she never expected - “like a big hug.”

Together, they talk about the freedom to show up as you are, the power of being known and remembered, and how belonging can become a turning point.