Bruce Schutter - Mental Health Warrior Program’s Post

From Bruce: A Mental Health Warrior's Holiday poem for Warrior friends, family - and everyone! When snowflakes fall and holidays near, It’s easy to lose the joy and cheer. But a Mental Health Warrior takes control, With tools and strength to keep us whole.   First, we start with a plan for the day, So chaos and stress won’t lead us astray. Tigger bounces, Piglet worries, Eeyore might sigh, But together we’ll thrive; we’ll reach for the sky.   Next, we honor each feeling, big or small, For sadness and joy—we’ve room for them all. By naming emotions, we’re no longer afraid, And the path to peace is beautifully laid.   Then, we take action; it’s how we grow, A little step forward, steady and slow. From baking cookies to trimming a tree, Every action says, "I’m proud to be me."   Finally, we’ll lean on our tribe and our friends, For support and laughter as the year ends. We’re stronger together, this much is true, A Warrior’s spirit shines bright through and through.   So here’s to the holidays, both merry and tough, With tools in hand, we’re more than enough. Be kind to yourself, embrace who you are, A Mental Health Warrior’s light shines like a star! Click here for more:  https://lnkd.in/effjE38w #mentalhealth #motivational #advocates #clinicians  #bruceschutter  #mentalhealthwarrior  #bipolar  #bipolardisorder  #alcoholism  #anxietyrecovery  #ptsdrecovery  #mentalhealthwarriors  #mentalhealthrecovery  #bipolarwarrior  #mentalhealthsupport  #depressionrecovery  #yournotalone  #anxietywarrior  #mentalhealthpoetry  #poetryformentalhealth  #poetrylovers

From the Mental Health Warrior: Bruce found there is power in sharing his story and experiences with bipolar, PTSD and other challenges. It resonates with those with the same challenges and it helps people who want to support them but are unsure how. This blog is an inspiration to handle your struggles for yourself, but then be able to share your story to inspire friends and family in need. https://lnkd.in/eWdxQbgq Get "I Triumphed Over Bipolar, Alcoholism and Anxiety Disorder" on Amazon, for the complete story, guidance, tools and more to help your journey with your challenges. https://lnkd.in/ez9p2QpP #mentalhealth #motivational #advocate #clinicians  #bruceschutter  #mentalhealthwarrior  #bipolar  #bipolardisorder  #alcoholism  #anxietyrecovery #ptsdrecovery  #mentalhealthrecovery  #mentalillnessawareness #mentalhealthtips  #mentalhealthsupport  #resilience  #itsoktonotbeok  #mentalhealthblogger  #yournotalone  #anxietysupport  #depressionrecovery

From the Mental Health Warrior and Warrior program: While the holidays are technically over, this poem is a beacon reminder "from Winnie" that for 2025 you can thrive and not just survive as a Warrior using Warrior resources and tools to manage mental health and life challenges! A Mental Health Warrior’s Holiday Poem When snowflakes fall and holidays near, It’s easy to lose the joy and cheer. But a Mental Health Warrior takes control, With tools and strength to keep us whole.   First, we start with a plan for the day, So chaos and stress won’t lead us astray. Tigger bounces, Piglet worries, Eeyore might sigh, But together we’ll thrive; we’ll reach for the sky.   Next, we honor each feeling, big or small, For sadness and joy—we’ve room for them all. By naming emotions, we’re no longer afraid, And the path to peace is beautifully laid.   Then, we take action; it’s how we grow, A little step forward, steady and slow. From baking cookies to trimming a tree, Every action says, "I’m proud to be me."   Finally, we’ll lean on our tribe and our friends, For support and laughter as the year ends. We’re stronger together, this much is true, A Warrior’s spirit shines bright through and through.   So here’s to the holidays, both merry and tough, With tools in hand, we’re more than enough. Be kind to yourself, embrace who you are, A Mental Health Warrior’s light shines like a star!   https://lnkd.in/effjE38w https://lnkd.in/g-j85Gbn #mentalhealth #motivational #advocate #clinicians  #bruceschutter  #mentalhealthwarrior  #bipolardisorder  #alcoholaddiction  #ptsdrecovery  #gad  #bipolarsupport  #depressionrecovery  #anxietysupport  #mentalhealthpoetry  #poetryformentalhealth  #poetrylovers  #poetrycommunity  #winniethepooh  #winniepooh

From the Mental Health Warrior program: Bruce gives guidance and tools to strengthen your mental health by living a "one bag life." Many of us are burdened by both physical and emotional clutter. We hold onto things, people, and even ideas that no longer serve us. By embracing a “less is more” mindset, we can clear away the distractions and focus on what truly matters in our lives—our relationships, our passions, and our well-being. For more tools click here:  https://lnkd.in/eNmF8WNr  and here:  https://lnkd.in/eiVMb4r9 #mentalhealth #motivational #advocates #clinicians #bruceschutter #mentalhealthwarrior  #bipolardisorder  #alcoholism  #anxietyrecovery #ptsdrecovery  #mentalhealthrecovery  #mentalillnessrecovery  #bipolarwarrior  #depressionwarrior  #mentalhealth  #anxietywarrior  #jackreacher  #lessstuffmorelife  #livelifefully  #declutter  #declutteryourmind  #declutteryourlife

💥 Mental Health Warrior Program Blog ➡️ https://buff.ly/4gOEysQ ⁠ ⁠ 🚨💬⁠ In this post, Discover how one Mental Health Warrior triumphs over depression with the help of an unexpected ally - John Wick - Take Back Control! ⁠. . ✨ I created the Mental Health Warrior Program—A NEW SELF-HELP approach based on my 20-year battle with Bipolar, Alcoholism, Anxiety, and PTSD—so YOU can triumph over your life’s challenges! 💪 ⁠ Bruce Schutter . . #bruceschutter #mentalhealthwarrior #bipolar #bipolardisorder #alcoholism #anxietyrecovery #ptsdrecovery #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalillnessrecovery #bipolardepression #depressionawareness #depressionhelp⁠⁠⁠⁠ #johnwick #depressionrecovery

From the Mental Health Warrior Program: When everything feels out of control, things like costs for goods and services continuously rise and the world feels overwhelming, the mental health challenges we grapple with daily are sorely tested and we experience additional stress, anxiety, depression and more. Bruce has a favorite Warrior tool to help! The Warrior Mnemonic will help you stay emotionally centered and keep you moving forward. Let’s start with W = Warrior Creed – Bend, Not Break. True strength isn’t about never facing challenges—it’s about bending around them instead of breaking under pressure. Flexibility keeps you moving forward, no matter what life throws at you.   Then A = Action – Take Action on Your Mental Health Every Day. Even on the busiest days, carve out at least 15-30 minutes for yourself. Whether it’s journaling, meditating, or just sitting quietly, that time is non-negotiable!   How about R = Respond, Not React to Challenges. Pause to think before you act. Reacting impulsively can often make challenges worse, but taking a moment to process allows you to respond thoughtfully—and ultimately triumph over the challenge.   For the rest, here’s the link to the blog: https://lnkd.in/exFjeKmW And a link to Bruce’s book: https://lnkd.in/et3mw8st   #mentalhealth #motivational #advocates #clinicians #bruceschutter #mentalhealthwarrior #bipolardisorder #bipolar #anxietyfighter #ptsdrecovery #mentalhealthwarriors #depressionandanxiety #alcoholismrecovery #spongebobsquarepants #invisibleillness #spongebob #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthjourney #mentalhealthisimportant

💥 Mental Health Warrior Program Blog Post Alert ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/daKSrAbH ⁠ "Stop Racing Thoughts and Anxiety with the “Swerve” Warrior Tool: Chat with Winnie the Pooh and Piglet" 🐻💬⁠ ⁠ 🧠 In this post, I dive deep into what is the "Swerve" tool, and how to use it. Plus, we chat about 3 examples of how Pooh and Piglet use the tool and how you you can use it in your life. ✨ I created the Mental Health Warrior Program—A NEW SELF-HELP approach based on my 20-year battle with Bipolar, Alcoholism, Anxiety, and PTSD. 🗝️ It’s time for YOU to triumph over your life’s challenges! 💪 ⁠— Bruce Schutter . . #bruceschutter #mentalhealthwarrior #bipolar #anxietydisorders #winniethepooh #winnie #winniepooh #deprressionandanxiety #invisibleillness #copingskills #mentalhealthhelp #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalillnessrecovery

Burnout isn’t always our fault—it’s a mix of hustle culture pressures and internal expectations. Let’s take a step back, recognize the signs, and find ways to truly take care of ourselves. 💪✨ Catch the full first episode of Stirring Strength: Perspectives on Mental Health and Addiction on Rogers TV and Youtube: https://lnkd.in/g3EKYSHX @DeanofAddiction @EPICaddictionrecovery @GoodhandJenna #StirringStrength #RogersTV #EPICaddictionrecovery #MentalHealth #MentalHeathMatters #Perspectives #Addiction #SelfCareMatters #BalanceAndGrowth #BurnoutAwareness #SelfCare #BreakTheCycle #HustleCulture #Balance

Discover the powerful first step of a Mental Health Warrior's journey which is to 'Get Out of Your Own Way'. As Bruce explains to Winnie, it starts with three simple steps. Here’s the first one!   Step 1: The Mind Games I Played with Myself Imagine you’re a novice driver in a city you’ve never been to before. You’re gripping the steering wheel, and every single road sign is screaming, “Don’t go here!” “Turn back!” and “Do you even know what you’re doing?!” That was my mental landscape. If a thought looked remotely like confidence, my mind’s defense team quickly built a 10-foot wall around it, installed floodlights, and topped it off with barbed wire for good measure.   The Mental Health Warrior Program’s first Step—Get Out of Your Own Way—demanded that I actually challenge that inner security system. But honestly, it felt like I’d issued myself a legal summons. I was Bruce Schutter, not exactly Iron Man, and now I was supposed to take down the Iron Curtain of self-doubt? Yeah, right.   But here’s the twist: it worked, bit by bit. The self-help approach meant I had to show up for myself every day, even if it was just to move one brick from that wall. And as I chipped away, I realized that my fear was just that—a wall made of flimsy, unfounded fear. Learn the other two and discover whether it’s choosing a turkey sandwich or making a life-altering decision, remember this: you’re the one holding the reins. Trust yourself, take action, and keep moving forward. And as you do, always carry this Warrior wisdom into each day: “Get Out of Your Own Way!”. Here’s the link: https://lnkd.in/eReaKZ8M #mentalhealth #motivational #advocates #clinicians #bruceschutter #mentalhealthwarrior #bipolardisorder #bipolar #anxietysupport #alcoholism #ptsdrecovery #winniethepooh #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalillnessrecovery #itsoktonotbeok #depressionandanxiety #anxietywarrior #ptsdwarrior #alcoholismrecovery

From the Mental Health Warrior: There are things we can not control in life. But we can build our mental health so we control our challenges; they don't control us. Bruce gives action steps you can take to stay grounded—even when the world feels chaotic. For example, there is power in morning rituals, like meditation and journaling, to create order out of mental chaos. Read further here: https://lnkd.in/e-xP5HsX #mentalhealth #motivationl #advocates #clinicians #bruceschutter  #mentalhealthwarrior  #bipolardisorder  #alcoholism #anxietyrecovery  #ptsdrecovery  #mentalhealthrecovery  #mentalillnessrecovery  #bipolarwarrior  #depressionrecovery  #itsoktonotbeok  #mentalhealth  #mentalhealthblogger  #yournotalone  #anxietysupport  #anxietywarrior  #johnwick