Mental health. This is a topic that impacts us all, and affects more people than we fully realise. Mental health issues cause devastation for the individuals directly impacted, as well as the families and loved ones supporting their day to day struggles.

Too many families experience loss and struggle in silence. This is a cause I personally want to support.

My close friend's Mum, Connie, last year tragically lost her fight with lifelong mental health issues and took her own life. As was the case with Connie - the brightest of smiles often mask the deepest of pains.

I want to not only support people going through such horrendous circumstances, but, fundamentally, support the prevention of such circumstances.

I am running my first marathon and with this - I want to help raise awareness, start conversations, and support those who need it most. I have also experienced the loss of a parent at a young age so I know the Sunrise Partnership is a worthwhile cause.

Too many people have too many struggles. Let's help one another more through this journey we call life.

Donating to my cause will me allow me to help support those in Connie’s community. Thank you very much.

Max

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