Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

For the sake of my health I need to change to a much healthier life style.

A combination of my OCD, depression, the loss of my mother and deteriorating physical health has meant that over the past couple of years I have regained 20 kgs of the 46 kgs that I lost in 2007 – 2009.

I know that with the right motivation I can once again lose the weight and my motivation this time is to raise money for OCD Action.

OCD can have a devastating impact on not only the sufferer but also their family. OCD Action provide advice and support for all those affected by OCD.

2009 was a terrible year for me, having lost my mother my OCD deteriorated to the point where I just sat on a stool in the middle of the room, slowly rocking back and forth. In desperation I contacted OCD Action and spoke to someone on their helpline who was extremely understanding and supportive. They suggested amongst other things that I join the OCD Action forums. I joined and found myself amongst others that understood what I was going through and who didn’t judge me. Slowly I regained my confidence and plucked up the courage to become a volunteer for OCD Action and now I’m a trustee.

I can honestly say that without OCD Action and the support that I’ve received from them I wouldn’t be here today and so want to be able to give something in return for all their help.

I’m aiming to slowly lose the 20kg and your support would be much appreciated and will be invaluable in helping to keep me motivated.

Thank you for your support.

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