In April 2018 I had a full blown mental health crisis that led to thoughts of self harm and suicide. I had to take a lot of time off work to recover, started taking regular medication and started therapy through Mind. With the help and support of my GP and local Mind, I am now doing really well, have changed jobs and feel so much better! Mid and North East Essex Mind is here to support and empower people like me,  experiencing an emotional or mental health condition by building on their personal hopes and aspirations. So this January, I am taking part in RED, which stands for 'run every day'. I will be running, walking AND yoga-ing, EVERY day in January to raise money for MIND. Why? Because no one should face a mental health problem alone.