Last year I and my family/friends were given terrible news that no one would like to hear, we lost my sister Lucah. Lucah is forever in our hearts and will never be forgotten and we cherish the moments and memories we’ve had together. The world can be so cruel but Lucah is no longer suffering. I mentioned last year that I would like to participate in the Parish walk in memory of Lucah, a way in which I and Breeshey (a close friend) can raise money towards a local foundation in which helps others in need whilst also raising awareness about mental health.

Me and Breeshey entered the Parish walk and walked the day before the date in which Lucah died together and got to Rushen Next year I plan to go much further and again raise money towards causes that help with mental health.

Together I, my family and Breeshey have come to the decision in which we would like to sponsor Motiv8. Motiv8 is a local charity that offers support to a range of people who suffer from addictions. Motiv8 offers one to one counselling, below are some examples of what this charities counseling offers specifically:

Understand your drinking, drug use or gambling behaviour and how it affects you

Look at the reasons behind your drinking & how it is escalated to the point you are now

Look at triggers & cues which leaves you vulnerable to substance misuse or gambling

Look at other areas of your life and see how they relate to your drinking, drug use and gambling behaviour.

Think about, plan and carry out any changes you might need to make including relapse prevention, goal setting, and staying safe plans

Feel more in control of your life and make positive changes and steps towards future success

Identify other issues that may require on-going referrals to other agencies.

With that in mind, your support and any donations towards this cause means so much. The last year has been a difficult year for all of us and I feel this is a great opportunity for us to raise awareness whilst raising money to a local charity that helps so many people on the island. We want to take this as an opportunity to support those who have supported so many others. Together even if it’s just £5 can have a massive impact, it’s much appreciated by me and all my family/friends. Thank you for taking your time in reading this and potentially helping towards this cause.