I can only do what I can do…
…and sometimes that means doing nothing. I have always been outspoken, often said the things other people wish they could.20 Hours of Silence for Youth Mental Health.
I’m taking on the 20 Hours for 20Talk Challenge which will see me sitting in a 2×2 metre square in a warehouse, alongside 400 other participants, with no talking and no technology for 20 hours. All I’ll have are the essentials I bring with me: a chair, sleeping mat, journal, water, and food. No distractions.
This challenge is a small glimpse into the isolation and struggle that someone with mental health challenges might feel every day. I know it will be tough - physically, mentally, and emotionally - but it’s a challenge I’m taking on to stand in solidarity with those navigating these experiences.So why am I doing this?
My children are my guiding light through my darkness - I want to make sure there is support for them. It can be dark, lonely, and confronting.
Structurally, the statistics are still alarming:
- Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people aged 15-44.
- Only 2% of mental health funding goes towards prevention (Mental Health Commission 2022).
I’m completing the 20 Hours for 20Talk Challenge to help turn these statistics around. Your contribution goes towards 20Talk’s relatable prevention campaigns. They are a mental health charity that makes education cool and accessible, for young people by young people. Your generous donations go towards:
- Every $120 puts a young person through a one-day Mental Health Maintenance course
- Expanding 20Talk’s online resources and 60,000+ social media community
- Running large-scale interactive mental health events'
What is Mental Health Maintenance?
Mental Health Maintence (MHM) is a free, one-day workshop designed with industry experts to help individuals better understand and engage with different areas of their wellbeing, as well as learn effective ways to monitor them. MHM is designed to support people by equippig them with the knowledge and tools to maintai their mental wellbeing before reaching crisis point. By improving mental health literacy, removing harmful stigma, and encouraging professional help-seeking, this workshop hopes to prevent people from reaching crisis in the first place. To learn more, please visit www.20talk.com.au.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and for donating to the cause. Hopefully this small challenge can help change someone’s life.
If you ever need to chat, I’m always here. Love you all and thanks again!
Thank you to my Sponsors
$239.96
Anonymous
$216.50
Iea Services
What an incredible cause to get behind ❤️ Your heart and dedication to supporting youth mental health is truly inspiring. Every step you’re taking can make such a difference. Cheering you on all the way! 💕 Love, The Neumann’s xoxo
$200
Jacki Irvin
💜
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Fi
You've got this Suz. I love you.
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Will Swingler
You got this!!
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I Believe In You
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Leanne Roughan-hardie
You're amazing, Iove you xx
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Rowena Coutts
Proud of you my beautiful friend. What an important cause. Thankyou for raising awareness and money for our youth . Love you Rowena, Steve, Jake & Beau xoxo
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Daniel Frisina
$23.81
Lara Boyd
What a great challenge to be a part of. Xx
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