I am trying to raise funds to help prevent suicide and create awareness. As a sufferer of Depression I wish to try and help people with mental health problems.

This is my story.

I first realised I suffered from Depression when I was 16 years old. I felt worthless and disliked myself! I attempted to take my life at 18. I felt like I had nobody to turn to that would understand my problem. I had nothing and I was very sad contemplating suicide everyday. I became reclusive spending days in my room alone. One day I decided to change my life I challenged myself to overcome my problem. It’s taken many years to get where I am today each day was a step foreword in my recovery. Today I have 3 beautiful children, a wife that loves me, a good job and a bright future. If I can turn my life around other sufferers can. Things get better with time. When your unwell you believe there’s no way out but there is! I still take anti-depressants today I have done for 23 years I think I always will. I used to think I had to beat depression now I concentrate on managing it the best I can. Some days are difficult and I struggle with it! Always remember the sky won’t fall in on you and the world won’t stop spinning! Don’t give up on life! Life is worth living x

Thank you and keep up the good work!!