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Welcome, learn more about how I became a "Mental Health Warrior".
"Life promotion" is the best suicide prevention
My Story started on 9-11-01
My story began on 9-11-01 and like many American’s 9-11 forever changed our lives but for me being there my path took a very dark turn that over time led to me attempting suicide over the guilt of not finding anyone alive after the attack. As a member of the military getting help or going to counseling was not an option as it would certain mean the end of your career so I thought. After my attempt, I realized I needed support. I was diagnosed with PTSD, received treatment and I now believe that counseling has made me a stronger man and a stronger Soldier. Since then, I share my story as a suicide survivor in an attempt to inform service members and family members that everyone goes through dark times in their lives whether you are on the battlefield or just driving to work and witness a car accident there are things sometimes you cannot handle and it is ok to ask for help. I educate people on the importance of family, friends and of the many programs available to help them in their mental health struggles and motivate them to take advantage and control of their life again. After 34 years in the service and still serving I have seen about it all. I will always fight to continue to reduce the “stigma” with getting help an issue we see not only in the military but all across our society as a whole.
Speaking to Military Members
Speaking with military members about the importance of asking for help. Sharing how asking for help did not hurt my military career it actually made my career better. Telling my story hopefully helps remove the "stigma" about seeking help when you need it. I tell them it is "Ok not to be Ok" and trust me even if you don't think so you are important to someone.
Training Events and Conferences
Connecting with people is what my speaking or training event is about and at your event my "Story of Hope" will touch everyone in attendance.
Stories/Campaigns/Podcast/Radio Updates
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Safe Stories” campaign in partnership with Brady and the Ad Council
I’m proud to share my story as part of the “Safe Stories” campaign in partnership with Brady and the AdCouncil. This campaign shares the real stories of gun owners like me who have had a moment of crisis and the importance of safe gun storage to prevent gun suicide. You can explore all of the stories and learn how to keep your home safe at
Saving Lives by Talking about Suicide
I sit down with Ms. Angie Miles from Virginia Public Media (VPM) to talk about PTSD, Suicide and Mental Health.
Podcast now available on Wreaths Across America Radio
The Mental Health Warrior Podcast is now on Wreaths Across America Radio Friday at 8 pm and Sunday at 10 pm eastern. Find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word wreath for Wreaths Across America Radio.
Check out my podcast season 2 of the "Mental Health Warrior" Real Talk
Join me on Thursdays @5pm EDT for my podcast where I continue to fight stigma with asking for help. As a suicide survivor I believe "life promotion is the best prevention".
The Wondermind Newsletter
Mental Fitness (noun): the practice of taking care of your mental health in small but impactful ways—whatever that looks like for you.
Interview with Arirang News program Global Insight on the "Cost of War"
Please take a moment and watch my interview with Global Insight on the "Cost of War" the program aired over 103 different countries.
Four part series on "I have PTSD and Mental Health Issues So What.
Men's Mental week on RallyPoint I talk about the importance of spiritual, mental and physical things I do to keep myself in check.
Five part series on Surviving Suicide and being Mental Health Warrior
In support of Mental Health Month and with the support of RallyPoint my five part series on Surviving Suicide is available just click the blue button. 🔽🔽
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Contact Cliff to be your next Keynote Speaker
For more information on fees and availability, send me an email with details
Clifford Bauman LLC
Resources
Veterans Crisis Line
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
S.A.V.E
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.
Wreaths Across America Radio
SAVE was one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Our work is based on the foundation and belief that suicide is preventable and everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide.
Wreaths Across America Radio
Wreaths Across America Radio
Wreaths Across America Radio
Along with the informational and inspiring content Wreaths Across America Radio plays a variety of music with the roots firmly planted in patriotism with a country music thread running through the core of the stream.
Veterans Trash Talk
Wreaths Across America Radio
Veterans Trash Talk
Veteran Trash Talk podcasts are stories of real warriors dealing with demons on the inside. We are brave enough to share them with our community so we can defeat them together. Our podcasts promote veteran-owned businesses and organizations that support veteran causes. Also, there is plenty of trash talk.