Support my incredible journey from Berlin to Aberystwyth as I cycle unsupported to raise awareness and funds for mental health charities.

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Hello everyone,

I invite you to join me on an extraordinary journey that combines adventure, personal growth, and a mission to support mental health.

My name is Robin, and I am embarking on a remarkable bikepacking expedition from Berlin to Aberystwyth, Wales.

This challenging and inspiring journey is not only about exploring breathtaking landscapes but also about making a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by mental health issues.

This personal mission holds deep significance to me, as I've battled through the depths of depression and experienced firsthand the challenges of finding support.

Inspired by other cyclist YouTubers like Wiebke Lühmann and Francis Cade, I have decided to use my passion for bikepacking to give back to the community.

I was fortunate enough to get help, and for years, I have been looking for a way to shed light on the importance of understanding and addressing depression, anxiety, and other common mental health challenges in our society. I'm hoping this trip will help me to achieve this.

That's why you'll find daily updates and videos of my adventure on YouTube and Instagram.

By sharing my journey with you, I aim to demonstrate that talking openly about these issues and equipping ourselves with scientific knowledge can make a significant difference.

Your generous donations will make a tangible impact on the lives of those in need. By supporting the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), we can help prevent suicide and provide crucial support to individuals struggling with their mental health.

CALM offers a helpline and easily accessible, stigma-free content to provoke conversation, run life-saving services, and bring people together. Let's stand against feeling hopeless and show that life is always worth living.

Your donations will directly impact lives. For example:

- A contribution of €51 could enable CALM to have 100 potentially lifesaving chats through WhatsApp.

- With €96, CALM can answer 12 potentially life-saving calls for help via their helpline.

- A donation of €154 could provide specialist training to a helpline worker, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to provide targeted support.

Join me in rewriting the narrative surrounding mental health. Together, we can create a future where fewer people feel alone, where conversations are open, and where support is readily accessible.

Your support is invaluable and will make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by mental health challenges.

Let's pedal towards a brighter tomorrow, one full of hope, understanding, and compassion. Thank you for your generosity.

Cheers,

Robin

P.S.: This isn’t a crowdfunding exercise – all of your donations go directly to CALM, I don’t manage the funds.

If you want to buy me a coffee or a croissant, you can send me some spare change here: https://ko-fi.com/robinhanna ❤️

P.P.S.: Additionally, I want to support important mental health initiatives in Wales and Berlin.

Your contributions will support Stand Tall Wales, a charity dedicated to helping men overcome mental health challenges.

Men often suffer silently due to societal pressures, but Stand Tall Wales creates a safe space through physical activities, workshops, and seminars.

By engaging in these activities, men can tap into their subconscious and find release, promoting well-being and mental resilience.

I also want to extend our support to the Berlin Association of Relatives of People with Mental Illnesses (ApK).

They provide vital assistance to those who have loved ones grappling with mental illness, ensuring that no one walks this difficult journey alone.

Together, we can help strengthen the support network for individuals and their families.

To support these two initiatives, please visit my other campaign page.