In December 2022 my friend Loren took his own life. He was an incredible person who was loved by so many people and we miss him endlessly. Always full of warmth, fun, and boundless charisma I feel extremely lucky to have had him in my life.
Men are three to four times more likely to commit suicide which is why men are recognised as an at-risk group in the UK’s National Suicide Prevention Policy. I am raising money for the charity Men's Minds Matter, which are working to create a model to help prevent more male suicide.
On the 19th of August I am attempting to cycle the 3 peaks challenge, this will entail around 450 miles of cycling and climbing the 3 highest peaks in the UK, Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in the UK, and Snowdon in Wales. I will be wild camping in my tent along the way, I am estimating it will take around 9 days to complete.
I am doing this in memory of Loren and to also raise some money for an important cause and more awareness around this issue. I have also suffered from severe depression at times, so this is an incredibly personal and important cause for me in many ways.
On average more than 13 men a day take their own lives
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Love
