After losing My Dad a few years ago I was struggling to deal with it. Trying to put a brave face on it and just getting on with it while working as a nurse in A&E led to burnout. 

A colleague suggested Cruse and I gave it a shot. I can't tell you how helpful it was I had some sessions with a really lovely Counsellor; it was informal and over video call. I found it really easy to talk to someone unconnected to me and impartial. If you have lost a loved one and are struggling to come to terms with it Cruse could help.  They certainly helped me and I will be forever grateful.

The last few years I have been competing in functional fitness competitions and powerlifting which has really helped my mental heath. This year I decided to run the Edinburgh half marathon and have decided to do it for Cruse so please donate what you can to help me reach my target and help this amazing charity continue to provide help to those struggling with grief and loss. 

Thank you

Dougie

1 in 5 people struggle to cope with their grief following the death of a loved one and require additional support. Cruse Scotland offer hope when the future seems empty. They provide free specialist bereavement listening and counselling services, so that those needing support receive the right help at the right time, building resilience and improving well being. £10 may cover a 1-hour call to the Helpline. It costs £50 for each 1 to 1 counselling session, £100 trains a Helpline volunteer, £500 trains a specialist in children's bereavement.