In August 2020, I will be climbing the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours with my friend Robin. The total walking distance is 23 miles (37km) and the total ascent is 3063 metres (10,052ft). The total driving distance is 462 miles (744km).

Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide. Anyone can call Samaritans for free from any phone at any time on 116 123, email at jo@samaritans.org or samaritans.org

It’s bad enough when we feel broken. But when we have no way to understand and describe our pain and suffering, we can feel not only torn apart by our struggles but also lost and helpless. Mental illness is as real as any disease, it’s a force that can level you and break you in ways you never imagined. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Recognising the signs of when you’re starting to spiral is so important, speak up, reach out and ask for help. You are not alone, there are people out there who care, there’s always somebody there willing to listen. What I discovered about having mental illness is that not only was I not in the minority, but I was in the majority. We will all experience something at some point. We are all in this together. Love over hate. Be kind, always.

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Cheers my friends!

xo Andreas, Robin, Christina and Mark