For real last push ... we can make it to $2,500!
Well, here we are. 29 days into Dry
July, no booze, no urges (OK so I might have felt like a whiskey after court
today, my looooord!) and lots of focus on mental health/self-care ... and I'm
feeling good! Only 82,162 steps last week, my sleepy little sausage wasn't in
the mood (yeah right....photo may be misleading), Pilates were crackers of classes and yoga was
well needed yesterday!
I have hit the target of $2,000 (my fourth target - my village is the ABSOLUTE BEST!!) ... and I'm wondering, should I go for $2,500?! "Settle Down, was the comment from one naysayer. And you all know how I feel when someone says no to me .... So here we go – an(other) increased target of $2,500! That's only $433 to go!
The Black Dog Institute works to create a world where mental illness is treated with the same level of concern, immediacy and seriousness as physical illness.
1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health condition within the year. I have certainly struggled this year. And 60% of people don't seek help for mental health conditions. I sought it, but not when I needed it the most. That’s why I’m supporting the BDI who do so much for so many!
They aim to improve the lives of people affected by mental illness by:
· * Translating ground-breaking research into real-world clinical care.
· * Delivering evidence-based education programs for health professionals, schools and workplaces.
· * Developing real-time digital tools, so people can manage depression, anxiety and stress at their own pace.
There is no one size fits all when it comes to Mental Health and prevention is better than a cure!
And no, I'm not above using my pupper as clickbait!
My Achievements
My Updates
Post from 21/07/2024
Monday 29th JulOK last push ....
Am super grateful to my family and friends for their support of my Dry July efforts. I’m not surprised by your generosity, but I am surprised at how easy it’s been…and how much better I feel!
I wouldn’t go as far as to say I have a drinking problem. OK, so I may have a little binge from time to time, but this break has shown me that I often drink with no intention. And as a method of stress relief. And out of boredom … The relationship could definitely be healthier! Regardless, the break has given me more time to do the things I love – read, sleep, cook, connect with F&F, exercise (ok, like, is probably the better word for that 😊). Might have to do more of it, eh!
In light of my target getting hit (again – legends!) I am going to up the ante again and aim for $2000. That's quadruple what I originally set out to raise! Aside from saving money from not drinking with me 😉 all monies raised heads directly to the Black Dog Institute who do amazing research into mental health … did you know that on average there is a 17-year gap for research evidence to reach clinical practise? We’re already 17-years behind on what might work to treat mental health conditions – mumma mia!
Think about how quickly your mental health stressors can change and evolve. That’s too long to wait! Donate today – I appreciate you!
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3-weeks down!
Sunday 21st JulThank you to my Sponsors
$52.75
Roy Woodward
$52.75
Carli
Well done Chrissa, so proud of you for your personal achievement as I know it can’t have been easy, esp mid winter. And also your fundraising and choice of charity. Just very proud of you all round Bella xx
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Nat Barber
$21.10
Lisa S
You’re a goddamn legend
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Mary Walsh
Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️❤️😜😜😜
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Maddy P
Go CK you legend, such a great cause
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Sam Romandy
Well done Christy! I bet you feel great but ready for a nice little tot! xx
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Erin
Awesome effort Christy!!
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Elizabeth Hanrahan
Great Effort. Dad would be very proud
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Anonymous
You go girl 🦖🦕
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Lauren
You are fantastic! Well done Christy! 👏❤️
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Karleen Reilly
Great work!!
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Dyani Dias
I am donating now because I am so impressed watching your progress over the past month (especially the wine pairing dinner!) but also because you figured out how to insert a link in your Insta story
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Nic Jact
Great work Christy
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Virginia Scanlon
Well done Cristy - I am inspired!!
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Paul Keane
$316.50
Mark Allen
Love you gorgeous girl x
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Anthony Pirrottina
You go girl!! Top effort and top cause - well done
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Sasha Haycraft
Nearly there!!
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Jeannette Willis
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Carolyn Willis
2024 didn't start the way you hoped, but I'm super proud of the achievements you have and are making, including this one for a great cause!
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Bec 🥰
Awesome work CK 🥰
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Sam&ben
❤️
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Hels
Yay you!!
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Graham
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Elissa
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Margherita
Great effort and cause Christy. You have inspired me!
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Cass Oneil
Go you good thing!!
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Janice Christie
Well done Christy such a worthy cause.
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Jenny
$105.50
Laura Rainbird
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Scott Kirk
$26.38
Selena
$30
Ally Sk
Bravo Christy!
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Bek & Pete Ziola
You go girl 🤩 Pete, Bek, Wendy & Penny x
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Megan
Way to go CK 🎉
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Scott Kirk
Charity approved!! 🐺
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Chrissy & Nathan
Goooo Kirkle! Love this for you. 😘
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Lauren
You've got this.... see you on the other side of July
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Kate C
You got this!
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Mary Walsh
Good. Luck lovely Christy You will be a winner 😀😀❤️❤️🤪🤪🤪
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Kylie J
Way to go Christy ! Such a good cause xx
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Andrew D
A very worthy sacrifice for a great cause! Goooo CK!
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Rach V
$100
Well done you 😘😘😘😘