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Daniel Tacconelli

I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not aI've always considered myself a very lucky person, with plenty to be thankful for and never wanting much. I have a loving partner, a beautiful son, a good job, a great family network and supportive friends. So when I began struggling with my mental health, I blamed myself, hid my struggle and tried to pretend it wasn't happening to me; I didn't feel I was in a position to ask for help or deserve it. It took a genuine breakdown for me to seek our help and, through the process of rebuilding myself, realise how common it was and how many of those close to me had similar struggles. Close friends who had gone through the same experiences but never felt they could share them, like me, had suffered similarly. I'm not the first person to talk about this, and I certainly won't be the last, but if this post reaches one person, helps them realise they aren't alone, and gives them the strength to seek help, it's all worth it. I'm supporting One Foot Forward this October, for Mental Health Month. I've set myself the target of walking 50 km and raising $500 for the Black Dog Institute. The money raised supports the creation and funding of essential services to support Mental Health for all Australians. If you can, please give generously. lone.

Total Raised

$505

Total Distance

9km

Distance Goal

50km

Support My Walk for Mental Health Research

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental illness each year?

This October, I’m taking part in One Foot Forward to help Australians impacted by mental illness and suicide.

I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute to put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.

It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk.

Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians.