On 2nd October 2022, I will be running the virtual London marathon solo. This will be a both physical and mental challenge and a personal milestone for me in my own journey of recovery.

In 2021, the Office for National Statistics published that 5,224 people in England and Wales sadly took their own life in 2020. Approximately 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health issue each year. 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem, such as anxiety and depression, each week.

Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. They won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

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