WALK-W-ME invites everyone to join us at L'épi Artisan Bakery in Yarralumla one Sunday every month at 8:30am to walk, talk and create a safe space to improve mental health awareness. WALK-W-ME invites everyone to Lake Burley Griffin (the flags) every second Sunday at 9:00am to walk, talk and create a safe space to improve mental health awareness. WALK-W-ME is an initiative started in 2021 to combat loneliness, encourage people to get out of their comfort zones, experience conversations with new people and make new friends. WALK-W-ME is an inclusive and friendly community environment and offers a place for individuals to have a chat about what's going on in their lives as well as provide support to others. One of the most difficult tasks most people face is the commitment to implement a habit and maintain consistency. Most of us had routines when we were younger, such as playing sport which had required a commitment to ourselves and in some instances a team. WALK-W-ME wants to express that once a habit is started it is just as easy to continue. Showing up once a week for a walk not only has the physical benefits (such as walking for an hour) but also the psychological benefits of being part of a community who are willing to share and listen to each other. Sometimes, you will be there for yourself, but also will be providing support for others. We aim to centre our model around people rather than issues as we believe that people are more important and the problems we face together can stay on the outer when being discussed. Come along and see for yourself!
