Help towards Men's Mind's Matter. Helping men speak out.

Hi. I'm Anthony. 39, and like many others, there's a story behind the years of depression, worry and lack of self worth. Adoption as a very young child was difficult in itself, but then things quickly led to long-term severe physical, mental and racial bullying, which for years i could tell no one about, and some of the things I was made to do or had done to me still effect me as an adult.

I have always tried to help anyone who struggles with any issues. It is something that is very important to me as I know how difficult things are when you can't talk about it.

I am looking for sponsors to help raise funds for men's mental health awareness, suicide prevention and the mental health charity, Men's Minds Matter.

Every year thousands of men struggle in silence, and suicide remains one of the leading causes of death amongst men worldwide.

I've always wanted to help break the stigma and help every man to feel no shame in speaking out.

I have tried speaking out myself in the past, only to end up ashamed fpr doing so...it is a horrible feeling, and for some, that could be the last straw before suicide.

I believe people should first consider what might be going on in someone else's life, and if possible lend a hand, an ear, or a beer.

I will be hiking to the top of Snowden at sunset, and back down. This is extremely important to me, not just because of my story, but the fact there are so many people out there with other stories.

Being able to open up, without worrying about the stigma attached is surely the way forward.

Thank you.