About My Challenge
I’m doing 3,214 push-ups in 23 days to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia — one push-up for every life lost to suicide last year.
But for me, this is about more than numbers. This challenge is deeply personal.
I’ve struggled with my own mental health, especially during the time I came out. It was one of the hardest periods of my life — filled with fear, isolation, and doubt. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and alone. And I know how vital support can be in those moments.
But the deepest wound came five years ago.
In August this year, it will be five years since I lost my dad, Frank Sutton, to suicide after his own battle with mental health. His loss changed everything. It left a hole in my heart and in my family that will never fully heal. Grief like that never leaves you — you just learn to carry it.
That’s why I’m taking on this challenge.
To honour my dad.
To speak openly about mental health.
And to help make sure others get the support they need before it’s too late.
My goal is to raise money for critical mental health services and initiatives, so that other families don’t have to go through the pain that mine did.
Every donation — big or small — makes a real difference. It’s tax-deductible, and it goes directly to programs that save lives, offer support, and help people feel less alone.
Thank you for helping me #PushForBetter mental health in Australia. For the ones we’ve lost. For the ones still fighting. For the people who love them. 💙
Dedicated to: My Dad - Frank Sutton
Supporting headspace National
headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.
Each year, headspace helps thousands of young people access vital support through our headspace centres in over 157 communities across Australia, our online and phone counselling services, our vocational services, and our presence in schools.
The support headspace receives from the community helps us achieve our vision - that all young Australians are supported to be mentally healthy and engaged in their communities.
My Challenge History
Pushuperer for 1 year
| Push-Ups | Funds | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3,211 | $1,042 |
| Total | 3,211 | $1,042 |
