These are real words from real people. Shared on walks, in the open air, side by side. Every stone has a story. Every voice matters.
We asked our community: what would you say to someone thinking about joining a walk? This is what they said.
"Feel good, take little steps and don't overthink."
Carol
"No matter what you feel like, get out and walk."
Sarah
"Good exercise, make new friends, walk at your own pace."
Susan
"Meet new people and get out and about."
Gwen
"Meet new friends, exercise and get fresh air."
Bev
"Join the group and make friends."
Harry
"Do good for your mental health."
Karen
"Protect yourself from your own thoughts."
Tania
"Life's short, make friends."
Stuart
"Go for it and be yourself."
Sarah
"Don't give up on people or connecting."
Tina
"Friendly conversation helps loneliness."
Karen
"Don't look back, you're not going that way."
Chris
"Positive thoughts and enjoy your wellbeing."
Karen
"If you're gonna do something, just do it."
Phil
"Just do it."
Margaret
"Energised."
Marena
"One foot in front of the other."
Carol
"Relax."
Steven
"Treat others how you'd want to be treated."
Chris
"Always look at a glass half full."
Kay
"Life is beautiful."
Ivan
"Lovely companionship."
Sarah
"Less isolation."
Chris
"Smile at everyone and everyone smiles at you."
Karen
"Push yourself out of your comfort zone."
Amy
"Come with us and step into something."
Tina
"Be accepted by people and be acceptable to yourself for help."
Mel
"Wonderful people."
Gabby
"Ice cream is always best."
Lottie
"Come and join in, it's fun."
Sam
"If you're thinking about it, do it."
Lynn
"Good to get out."
Karen
These are the talking stones. Each one placed by someone who walked with us and wanted to leave something behind for the next person on the path.
There is always a place for you here.
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