It’s Giving Glow Up

✨ week 3 wrap-up: it’s giving glow up ✨

✨ Week 3 Wrap-Up: It’s Giving Glow Up ✨ We’ve just wrapped up Week 3 of our One Foot Forward challenge — and our little team has absolutely smashed it! 💪 Together, we’ve: 👣 Walked 101kms (almost at our 110km goal!) 💛 Raised $438 for mental health 🌱 And helped shine a light on the importance of slowing down, connecting, and looking after ourselves and each other. Each of us joined this walk for different reasons — and together, we’ve turned it into something really special. 🌿 Dani and her family have been using this challenge as a chance to pause the daily chaos and spend more time together outdoors — laughing, talking, and enjoying the little things (with their pup leading the way!). 🌙 Sameal has been walking in honour of her late dad, while balancing full-time work, her businesses, and her calling as a Death Doula — supporting others through life’s hardest moments with so much quiet compassion. 💛 Abbie (and her tribe) have been walking for healing — taking time out for mental health, family connection, and peace in the small moments. With their blue heeler, Lola, faithfully by their side, every walk is a reminder that rest and reconnection matter too. 🐾 This team may be small, but the heart behind it is huge. Every step, every share, and every donation helps create real change for mental health — and we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved together so far. There’s still time to support us or join in for the final stretch! 💫 👉 https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

💛 team spotlight: abbie – walking with her tribe

💛 Team Spotlight: Abbie – Walking With Her Tribe And lastly… me. Right now, I’m taking a break from work to focus on my mental health — which, believe me, isn’t easy to admit. But this walk has become part of my healing. It’s about slowing down, reconnecting, and finding peace in the little moments with the people (and paws) I love most. 🌿 My family is my world — my footy star who’s kicking goals on and off the field, my creative teen chasing big ideas, my partner who always supports us with so much heart, and of course, Lola — our Healing Heeler 🐾 — who never misses a walk and always knows when a cuddle is needed most. Together, we’re walking to shine a light on mental health — to remind others it’s okay to rest, to breathe, and to take life one step at a time. Healing happens in many forms — in family, in nature, and in quiet moments of connection. 🌱 👉 Support or join our team: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

🌙 team spotlight: sameal – walking with heart

🌙 Team Spotlight: Sameal – Walking With Heart Sameal is a wife, cat mum, full-time worker, and the heart behind Blue Moon and her newest calling, This Path Together — where she supports others as a Death Doula. 🌿 Death Doulas play a deeply important role in helping individuals and families navigate end-of-life care, planning, and peace — from creating documents to ensuring wishes are honoured with compassion. 💛 This walk holds special meaning for Sameal — she’s walking in honour of her late dad, Dave, whose memory continues to inspire her every step. Sameal gives so much of herself to others, always leading with empathy and kindness. We’re so grateful to have her walking beside us this October — reminding us that love, loss, and healing are all part of the same journey. 🌱 👉 Support or join our team: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

🌿 team spotlight: dani – walking together

🌿 Team Spotlight: Dani – Walking Together Dani is a wife, mum of two little ones, and a new puppy mum. She also runs two small businesses — Shameless Gift Giftware and Shameless Photography. Like so many families, their days are full — balancing work, school runs, puppy training, and everything in between. That’s what makes this walk so special. For Dani and her family, One Foot Forward is about pressing pause. It’s about getting outside together, taking a breath, and reconnecting after busy days. 💛 Their walks are a chance to slow down, talk, laugh, and be present — something we all need more of. It’s about finding those quiet moments that remind us what really matters. 🌱 We love having Dani and her family as part of our team — walking not just for awareness, but for connection, calm, and togetherness. 👉 You can support or join our team here: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

💛 12 days in: walking with purpose

💛 12 Days In: Walking With Purpose We’re 12 days into One Foot Forward, and our team It’s Giving Glow Up ✨ has already walked 73 kilometres and raised $418.23 toward our $1000 goal! 🌱 That’s more than just steps and dollars — that’s hope in motion. Every kilometre we walk is helping to fund suicide prevention research and support students facing mental health challenges. What’s been most special so far is the heart behind every walk — the morning strolls, the after-work walks with family, the rainy-day laps, the dog walks, and even the swims that count as steps. Every moment reminds us that mental health looks different for everyone, and so does healing. 💬 We’re not walking for perfection — we’re walking for connection, courage, and community. To our teammates: you’re amazing. To our donors and cheerleaders: your support means more than you know. And to anyone watching from the sidelines: it’s never too late to take that first step — every single one counts. 💛 Together we’re walking for awareness, for love, and for those who need light right now. Let’s keep going — and keep glowing up — one step at a time. ✨ 👉 Join or donate here: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

🌍 today is world mental health day.

🌍 Today is World Mental Health Day. We’re walking to say: no one should face anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts alone. 💛 Donate, walk, or share 👉 https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/abbiewilcox/one-foot-forward

Dday 8 - 10kms

🌿 Kalamunda Adventure Day 🌿 Today myself, my sister, and the kids went for a hike in Kalamunda — what was meant to be a 3km round trip to the Rocky Pool Waterfalls somehow turned into 10km because we kept “following the track”… even though the kids actually found the waterfall right at the start! 😅 But hey, mothers know best — right? Haha. It was such an amazing day though. I’m so proud of all of us — especially the kids — and Alli did it all in Crocs! 🐊 We found a beautiful stream deep enough to swim in and stopped for a picnic surrounded by nature. Then, on the way back to the car, we finally found the waterfalls and had a quick swim and slide down the boulders. 💦 Days like this fill my heart — tired legs, muddy shoes, happy souls. 💛

✨ week 1 update: it’s giving glow up ✨

✨ Week 1 Update: It’s Giving Glow Up ✨ We’ve wrapped up our first week of One Foot Forward — and wow, our team is glowing up already! 💛 So far we’ve: 👣 Walked 46km towards our 110km team goal 💰 Raised $418 of our $1000 target 🌱 Supported the equivalent of 125+ students with mental health tools and programs through the Black Dog Institute Every step, every share, every donation is helping break the stigma and remind people they’re not alone. 🧡 There’s still time to join us — walk anywhere, anytime, at your own pace. Together, we’re walking for hope, healing, and brighter days ahead. 👉 Join or donate here: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp Let’s keep glowing up for mental health this October ✨

🐾 shoutout to cassi from unleashed dog washing

🐾 Shoutout to Cassi from Unleashed Dog Washing A big shoutout to Cassi from Unleashed Dog Washing for sharing our One Foot Forward story and for always taking such gentle, loving care of our Lola 💛 We’re walking this month to raise funds and awareness for mental health — and it means so much to have local legends like Cassi cheering us on. Cassi truly loves what she does, and it shows. Every visit is filled with kindness, patience, and care — and Lola (aka Lolly Loo) just adores her! It’s not just a dog wash, it’s a little moment of love and connection each time. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your pup like family, I can’t recommend Cassi enough 🐶✨ “Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” — Orhan Pamuk https://www.instagram.com/unleashed_dogwashing

Day 6 👟

Day 6 👟 Today was a Lola-led walk 🐾 — 4.56 km around town! Almost our biggest walk yet, and such a beautiful afternoon to be out moving and clearing the mind 🌿☀️ Every step counts 💛 👉 Join or support our team “It’s Giving Glow Up" https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/abbiewilcox/one-foot-forward

Day 5 - 2.83kms 👟

Today’s walk was a slower one with Lilly and our beautiful Lola by my side 🐾 I’ve been feeling a bit sore with an endometriosis flare-up, so I really listened to my body and took it easy. Even though it wasn’t my fastest pace, I still managed to hit my daily step goal of 5,000 and reach the halfway mark of my 40km challenge — woohoo! 💪✨ Sometimes progress looks different each day — and that’s okay. Remember, you can walk anywhere — even in the pool! I’m thinking tomorrow’s walk might be a gentle one in the hydro pool 🏊‍♀️ And if you can’t walk every day, or can only do a few kilometres for the month, that still makes a difference. Every single step counts. 💛 Come join our team and help support better mental health for all: 👉 Join Us —https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

Day 4

🌧️ Day 4 Walk 🌧️ Super chilled stroll today with Lilly & Sammy — 5.52km. It was so relaxing with the rain softly kissing our cheeks, surrounded by water, and hardly any people around. Absolute perfection 💙

Did you know? 🌱

Did you know? 🌱 Donations support not just schools, but also teen mental health research, suicide prevention, and 24/7 digital tools. Every dollar changes lives. 💛 Donate here 👉 https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/abbiewilcox/one-foot-forward

Walking in the rain

note to self check the weather app before your walk, don't rely on your husband saying it only looked like grey clouds #walkingintherain #timetodryoff #itsonlywater

🌱 day 3 – one foot forward

Another walk in the books — 2.9 km in 38 minutes 🙌 This evening’s walk was all about fresh air, slowing down, and enjoying the sunset with my best walking buddy Lola 🐾. Every kilometre is a step closer to my 40 km goal for October, raising awareness for mental health + suicide prevention 💛 Walk with us 👉 It’s Giving Glow Up #OneFootForward #ItsGivingGlowUp

Day 2 ✅

Another 3.7km done — plenty of sunshine + puppy love 🐶🌿 Walking this challenge is more than just the kms… it’s about healing, breaking the stigma, and raising awareness for mental health 💛 If you’d like to support, here’s my link: 👉 onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/abbiewilcox/one-foot-forward

My why 💛

My WHY 💛 I’ve lived with anxiety & PTSD — panic attacks, breakdowns, and days I couldn’t even leave the house. I’m walking to heal, glow up, and help break the stigma around mental health ✨ This October, I’m taking on the 40km challenge to raise funds for vital mental health research. Together, we can create better mental health for everyone 💛 👉 Support my walk here: onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/abbiewilcox/one-foot-forward

Little afternoon walk - 1.6kms

Support 40km challenge for mental health research! Together, we can help create better mental health for all.

Abbie's first walk done ✅

Abbie's first walk done ✅ 3.63 km with Dale, Lilly & Lola 🐾🌳 Kicking off my 40 km challenge for mental health + suicide prevention 💛 Walk with us 👉 https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp #OneFootForward #ItsGivingGlowUp

One foot forward’s walk for mental health has begun 🌱

✨ It’s official! ✨ One Foot Forward’s Walk For Mental Health has begun 🌱 This October I’m walking 40kms to raise awareness and support mental health + suicide prevention. 👉 Walk with us: It’s Giving Glow Up #ItsGivingGlowUp #OneFootForward #WalkForMentalHealth https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

⏰ 1 day to go! tomorrow it’s giving glow up begins 👟

⏰ 1 day to go! Tomorrow It’s Giving Glow Up begins 👟 Walk anywhere, anytime — bush, beach, pool, with your pets, family, or solo. Every step counts 💛 Join us 👉 https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/ItsGivingGlowUp

Team shoutout - danielle 🌟

Team shoutout 🌟 Big thank you to Danielle ✨ who’s joined us to walk for mental health this October. So proud of this team already 💛 "I am walking 30km to support Australians living with mental illness" Sponsor Dani: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/daniellepatroni/one-foot-forward

Team shoutout - sameal 🌟

Team Shout Out to Sameal for being the FIRST to join It’s Giving Glow Up 💛 "My walk is dedicated to the memory of my father, Dave" She is walking 40kms this October for mental health. 👏 Donate to support Sameal: https://www.onefootforward.org.au/fundraisers/samealgould/one-foot-forward

4 days to go!

✨ 4 days to go! On Oct 1 I start walking 40kms for mental health with my team It’s Giving Glow Up. 💛 Every step is for healing, hope + breaking the stigma. Who’s ready to glow up with us? 👟 #ItsGivingGlowUp

Have you ever struggled with your mental health? Then we need you in our team! 💛

This October, our team It’s Giving Glow Up ✨ is walking 40kms for mental health — and we’d love YOU to join us.

Have you ever felt anxious, low, overwhelmed, or alone? Then this walk is for you. 💛 Every step we take is about healing, breaking the stigma, and showing that none of us have to do it alone.

And the best part? You can walk anywhere, anytime, in your own way:

🐾 On the paths,

🌿 Through the bush,

🌊 Along the beach,

🏊 In the swimming pool,

🐶 With your dog,

🐱 With your cat,

🐑 With your sheep,

🐴 With your horses,

👨‍👩‍👧 With your family,

⛰️ Up a mountain,

🌏 Across Australia… even overseas in England!

There are no rules — just walk when and where you can. Every step counts.

Our team goal is $1000 — enough to support over 300 students by giving their teachers the tools to help them feel safe and seen. 🌱

👉 So, will you walk with us? Join It’s Giving Glow Up and let’s glow up together this October. ✨