‘A new outlook on life’

‘I’ve travelled to so many more places, met some fantastic people, got back into camping and discovered some fabulous countryside. And I even climbed up Scafell Pike! It was tough, but so rewarding. I remember sitting on a rock near the top and crying. Never done that before. I have a new outlook on life. Before I wouldn’t even have the confidence to go anywhere on my own, now I just get out and go. I wish I could tell my younger self: you should have done this more in your spare time, this will give you more confidence through your life.’ Mandy Proud, 56, Bradford