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Hi, through the month of October I am going to cycle 300 miles and walk 100 miles. A total of 400 from the 1st to the 31st. I will do my challenge on my  bike and if needed I will use the bikes at the gym too, to get my miles in.

I want to raise awareness for mental health and raise some money for a wonderful charity. Since I lost my Dad at the age of 15 in quite a traumatising way. I walked home from school and found my Dad passed away on the sofa.  I have struggled with anxiety and depression. There have been times I have felt so low I have tried to take my own life. Luckily I got the help and support that I needed. I still struggle at times but I feel lucky that I am very aware of my feelings and if I am ever struggling I will go for therapy. I now find it easier to talk about how I feel and I don't feel ashamed anymore but for some this isn't the case and they wont talk about their feelings, they may feel ashamed or embarrassed or simply not understand why they feel that way. 

So, many men struggle with their mental health too, I want to help change the stigma that men should be men and just get on with it. It isn't that easy. It is ok to ask for help and reach out to someone no matter what your gender is.

Mind, helps so many people with mental illness. The pandemic has taken its toll on so many people and now more than ever we need to support this charity and anyone who might be struggling.

So, if you can spare even £1 that would be amazing. Wish me luck and I will keep you all updated with pictures and my miles total each day.

Thank you. Lots of love

Katie