Pre Cricket Training Run
So those of you who know me well know that I play for a social Indoor Cricket team. It has become a massive part of my well-being plan, to the point where I prioritise it over just about every other…
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Thoughts and musings from this debut life
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Thoughts and musings from this debut life
Second Training Run
The first ‘back to back’ training session. Not really an issue – the hardest part was jogging at a ‘slow slow slow’ pace (according to the training plan). But I can see why that was the case, as it wasn’t…
First Training Run
According to the plan, today is the first training run for me.It was a 15minute jog, focussed on jogging for the entire time, which I achieved. Relatively pleased with the result. Nice and easy start.
Training Plan
Having never run 10km in one shot before, I figured I’m going to need to do a bit of work to get there.Thankfully, the Mental Health Foundation have a training programme set up for the Auckland Marathon event.So, I’ve gone…
Three Hours In…
Seriously!?I’m blown away. It turns out I know some incredibly generous people!Thanks to all who have given so far. I don’t even care how much, every little bit helps! I am amazed at people’s generosity.I’ve reached my target in only…
Team Mental Health Foundation
In 2012 I took myself to the GP with heavy signs of depression.Seven years later, and I’m still battling it, though in a much better place, and more able to deal with it. The hurt is still real, but it’s…
Same S*** Different Day: Supporting Someone with Depression
Mental health media constantly tells those with illness to talk with someone. Firstly, that is easier said than done.But secondly, if you are going to support someone with depression, and be there to listen, be prepared for the following. 1.…
I’m always here for you: Supporting Someone with Depression
If you’re going to say someone with depression “I’m always here for you” then you’d better mean it. And you’d better mean all of it.You’d better mean the words “always here“. Not that you’ll be there every passing minute of…
Good Friday Cross, 2019
This year, we headed away with family and friends up to Ohakune. This made for a bit of a panic as I didn’t have my usual Good Friday day to create this year’s cross.I was going to use a GPS…
Howie Mandel Pushes for Mental Health Reform
We saw this video on Ellen today, in reaction to the recent Las Vegas shooting tragedy. Howie makes several great points in this short interview, and provides a fresh perspective on events like this, but also for mental health and…