In 2022 two people very close to me had severe struggles with their mental health. As bad as it gets really.

Anxiety and depression can affect anyone at any time. Everyone should know how to look after their mental health in the same way we know that we should eat 5 fruit and veg a day.

In 2023 I'm attaching myself to a 3kg kettlebell for the whole year. I will take it everywhere with me; work, shopping, you name it (the only exceptions being where it wont be safe or feasible like the shower!). This 3kg weight represents the mental weight that those suffering with depression and anxiety, carry with them on a daily basis.

Along the way I plan on doing additional fundraising events as well so keep your eyes peeled!

Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against suicide. Every week 125 people in the UK take their own lives. And 75% of all UK suicides are male. CALM exists to change this by offering life saving services, provoking conversation and bringing people together to reject living miserably.

From advice on our site, through to free, confidential chats with our helpline staff, online or on the phone, we’re here for whoever needs us, every day. No matter what.

£8 is enough to fund one potentially life-saving call.