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Support my walk for mental health research

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience symptoms of mental illness each year? In fact, every day in Australia, 9 people will die by suicide. Mental illness can be debilitating and can have a devastating impact on not only those living with it, but those around them. This October, I’ll be taking part in One Foot Forward to help reduce the impact of mental illness and suicide. I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute, so that they can put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most. It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk. Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians.

My Updates

Roller coaster of emotions today

I had a massive work week but regardless of that I have given my all in attempt to get these kms up so I can help raise money for mental health awareness. I also have been struggling the past week with my own mental health and dealing with stressful situations. for example yesterday 17th Oct was very hard for me as I had car issues which then led to further problems, rather sitting in my car crying I got up and went for a walk it was a very vulnerable thing to do, however I feel after doing so much clearer mentally. I am using this challenge to give myself the push to keep going even when I am struggling myself & I am surely not alone. I do plan to keep getting outdoors atleast 1 time a week as I work 6-7 days a week and can be very drained from work as my job is very mandatory on the body! Thankyou for the support much love sar 💓

My story

I have always struggled with my mental health but really only acknowledged it this year. I lost my ex partner in November 2023 we had split prior to his passing due to his sickness getting worse, he was always so strong carrying the news that he was not to live forever. but could you imagine the impact that would of mentally challenged him daily. I also suffered in silence from that day onwards. we tend to hide our pain so well! it was January 2024 when I took a leap out of my comfort zone and seemed help for my mental health. what a vulnerable feeling that is! not to mention the minimum support that you have around you when you are trialing new medications that are only a temporary fix. I refuse to medicate myself unless of course my mental health does not improve, however this is purely a personal choice as it has been referred to me to do so. I am not mentally fit but I have chosen to use my pain & turn it into my power and start trying to get back out doors after taking a big step back and loosing myself abit. I am healing, grieving and struggling! I am very acknowledged of it and I refuse to get worse. be the change you wish to see in the world and come walk with me 🥰