About Me
Mental health has shaped so much of my life. I’ve battled depression and anxiety for about a decade, and in that time I’ve faced days that felt impossibly heavy — days when getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain, when I felt disconnected from myself and from the people I love, and when coping with the symptoms felt overwhelmingly hard. There were moments I felt lost, isolated, and unsure if I could keep going.
Those experiences have shaped me into the strong mental health advocate I am today. Raising awareness and ending the stigma of mental illness is the thing I care about most, and The Push-Up Challenge has been one of the most meaningful ways I’ve turned my lived experience into something meaningful.
This will be my third year participating, and it has always been more than a physical goal. For me, this challenge is a way to transform pain into purpose and to turn struggle into connection. In 2025, with the incredible support of my friends, family, and community, we raised $2,293. That number represents so much more than donations; it represents compassion, care, and a community willing to show up for people who are struggling.
This year, I want to make an even bigger impact. I’ve set my goal at $3,000, and I truly believe it’s possible because of the amazing people I’m surrounded by.
Every donation — no matter the size — is a vote of belief in mental health, in community, and in the power of collective action. Your contribution has a real, tangible impact. The funds raised directly support programs and resources that provide care, education, and hope to people facing mental health challenges. By donating, you help ensure someone who is struggling today gets the support they need, when they need it most. You are helping create a world where no one has to face their challenges alone.
Thank you for reading, thank you for caring, and thank you for being part of this journey. Together, let’s create a brighter, more hopeful future for everyone facing mental health challenges.
The challenge officially begins February 5 but donations are open now!
Supporting CMHA Alberta - Edmonton Region
Through a presence in more than 330 communities across every province and one territory, CMHA provides advocacy, programs and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all Canadians to flourish and thrive.
Présente dans plus de 330 collectivités réparties dans chaque province et au Yukon, l’ACSM œuvre en défense des droits et offre des programmes et des ressources qui contribuent à prévenir les problèmes de santé mentale et les troubles mentaux ainsi qu’à soutenir le rétablissement et la résilience afin de permettre à tous les Canadiens et à toutes les Canadiennes de s’épanouir pleinement.
My Challenge History
Pushuperer for 3 years
| Push-Ups | Funds | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2,000 | $2,605 |
| 2025 | 2,000 | $2,293 |
| 2024 | 2,000 | $620 | Total | 6,000 | $5,518 |
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