Caitlin Haire

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For something I hold very deeply towards my heart 100km for Mental Health ❤️ This October, I’m walking 100km to raise awareness for mental health — something that means more to me than I could ever put into words. Those of you who know me know just how close this cause is to my heart. I lost my brother to suicide after he struggled with his mental health, and that loss changed our family forever. It’s a pain that never truly leaves you. You learn to carry it, you learn to live around the empty space, but you never stop wishing things could have been different. Mental health is something we need to talk about more. We need to check in on our people, listen without judgement, and remind those who are struggling that they don’t have to face their battles alone. So, this 100km is about so much more than walking. It’s for my brother. It’s for our family. It’s for everyone who has struggled in silence. It’s for the people who are still fighting battles that nobody else can see. And it’s for the families left behind, trying to make sense of a loss that can never truly be explained. Every kilometre will carry a little bit of his memory with me. If sharing my story, raising awareness and walking these 100km can encourage even one person to reach out, start a conversation, ask for help or check in on someone they love, then every step will be worth it. Please check in on your people. ❤️ Ask twice. Listen. Be kind. Be there. Mental health matters. Your story matters. And you matter. This one is for you, brother. ❤️ Share