This week I was fortunate enough to be able to talk with Heather Benton.

Heather was kind enough to spend some time sharing how backpacking has had a significant impact on her mental health and the amazing places around the world she’s been able to see because of it.

Her site Mountains for Mental Health chronicles her past journeys and looking ahead to her upcoming trips.

She’s also been an incredible resource raising awareness and funds for The Jed Foundation an amazing organization that’s been working tirelessly for over 20 years to protecting emotional health and preventing suicide.

Heather also mentions Climb for Quent and their incredible work alongside The Jed Foundation. Take a look at their journey as well.

Please take the time to check out both sites and if you’re able to contribute in any way, please do so.

Follow Heather:

IG https://www.instagram.com/mountainsformentalhealth/

Vimeo https://vimeo.com/user12071380

Follow The Jed Foundation:

IG https://www.instagram.com/jedfoundation/

Twitter https://twitter.com/jedfoundation

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JedFoundation

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/TheJedFoundation

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-jed-foundation?trk=nav_type_overview