Hi, My name is Darla, I’m 21 years old and have battled mental health since the age of 13. I have chosen to take part in the 60miles in June for youngminds as mental health awareness is a big part of my life and also holds a big place in my heart.

Now many people who know me personally, know that I have suffered from depression and anxiety since I was young, I struggled in school because of it and this made a big impact of my education, and little did I know at the time that it would continue to impact my young adult life, I have been failed my the mental health team many times over the years simply due to them not having the funds. I have done many forms of therapy, medication, coping mechanisms..but the only thing that has stayed constant is the up and down’s of mental health.

It hurts my heart to know the amount of children and young adults who struggle with mental health issues and are still unable to receive the support they need due to financial strain on the mental health system. So I decided to take part in this to raise some money to hopefully help those who need it most! And now that I have my very own child, i couldn’t imagine her having to go through the struggles like I did, and hope she and everyone else will get all the help and support they ever did need it❤️

I know it’s difficult times but any donations, big or small, would be very much appreciated. But if your unable to then please if you could just share, again it would be very much appreciated🫶🏻