Eric’s hike in memory of Mom
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Goal: $1,000.00
$1,175.00 donated
My Mom battled with depression much of my adult life. The last years of her life she battled Alzheimers. When I was born I had some physical issues. I spent my first years in casts and braces. The doctors were not sure if I would ever walk, let alone run or hike. In my late 20s I started running 5Ks, 10Ks and half marathons and I remember my mom crying because I was running against the odds.
Recently I was diagnosed with Major Depression Disorder. Most days I’m ok and many nights are a challenge. Hiking is always good.
In 2021 I will be hiking the Florida National Scenic trail. I will start on January 9th, the anniversary of Mom’s passing and I will end on March 3rd, her birthday.
I chose to join a hike with HIKE for Mental Health to help stamp out the stigma of mental illness and conserve wilderness trails.
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Thank you.
1 in 4 families is affected by mental illness.
HIKE for Mental Health is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded on the vision of a world in which everyone, including those who suffer mental illness, can find the simple joy of living.
Our mission is to alleviate the suffering of those afflicted by mental illness, eliminate the associated stigma, and foster responsible use of wilderness trails.
As an all-volunteer organization, we distribute 100% of contributions raised by our hikes.
- 80% funds scientific research to understand and treat mental illness
- 20% conserves national wilderness trails
Your donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the IRS. Thank you for your support.
To learn more, visit hikeformentalhealth.org.
To join a hike click here.
Enjoy your adventure. I Know you will do great. Lots of time to meditate and talk to your friend, God. Love you. Your other Mom
In loving memory of your Mom and your Birthday.
Supporting a High School in remembrance of his mom!
What an amazing journey you are on…thank you for sharing it with us.
We need more awareness and the importance of access to mental health professionals particularly as so many feel alone at this time.
You are awesome and congratulations you have made it! Run/Walk is my go to for my Mental health as well!
Thanks for inspiring me!
Thanks for inspiring me, yesterday!
Thanks for taking the time to talk to me yesterday. It really made my day.
Hey , keep on being a beacon of positivity on the trail. Hope all is well.
My mother was Bipolar and I have had my own bouts with depression; mostly SAD. I’m out on the road to get out of the gray days in Ohio. I’m sure we’ll talk sometime…too many coincidences. My father’s birthday was March 2nd. Bless you…
Kick some hiking booty !
Way to go Shipmate!!
Just wanted to top you off, congratulations on “climbing this mountain”
So proud of you
Eric, sorry about mom! In our thoughts and prayers. Positive vibes going out! A little goes a long way! One foot in front of the other.