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A year ago, I came across the Hike for Mental Health organization through their #HikeOctober Campaign. During this time in my life, I was on my own for the first time and consistently found myself in a dark headspace. As many who are affected by depression, anxiety, and the like, sometimes getting out of bed is a mountainous task in itself. With a dear friend by my side, #HikeOctober provided a beacon within that dark headspace. It is through #HikeOctober and working with the Hike For Mental Health Team I found motivation to get out of bed every day and go forward with intent. And it is through hiking I found a source of joy, time to spend with people I love, and the simple action I could do to make my days purposeful. Today, I hope to not only bring awareness of the challenges and stigmas carried by those affected by mental illness, but to remind all that yes – you do have a purpose. Even if that purpose is to simply walk. Find what keeps you going and go.