Skiing through the Pain Cave

I'm headed back into the Cave...

This year, I have decided to head back into the Pain Cave to fundraise for R U OK? and help spread their message to help prevent suicide. 

About 8 people take their own lives in Australia every day.

For every death, it’s estimated another 30 people will attempt suicide.

89% of people report knowing somebody who has made an attempt.

I want to help change these numbers.

R U OK?’s vision is of a world where we are all connected and protected from suicide. 

Their mission is to inspire everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and support anyone struggling with life.

By inspiring people to take the time to ask, “Are you OK?” and listen, we can help people who are struggling with life to feel connected long before they even think about suicide.

To me, this is more than a fundraiser. I know people, many of whom are close mates, who have battled their own demons, and continue to do so today..

On September 12 at 9:00am, I'm going to get on a SkiErg and get going, hopping off again 24 hours later, hopefully with 250kms under my belt.  

Me stepping back into the pain cave is a way of letting everyone know that I've got their back. Sure, doing this is purely for me. It's something that will take every part of me to complete but something that will hopefully show people that nothing is impossible and we can all overcome anything that life throws at us. 

It'll no doubt have people asking me if I'm OK, but will hopefully inspire them to carry on that conversation with those around them.

Any donation will help, but honestly, starting conversations with one another is the goal here. 

If you can help in any way, from support crew, to morale officers, to pizza delivery or cheerleaders, it will be more appreciated than you know. 

Let's get it on!

Kris