I met Bruce Simpson on LinkedIn. We connected over grief advocacy, and he shared his unbelievable story: Army veteran, lawyer, and suicide survivor.

(CW/TW: depression & suicide attempt, resources & help).

The pressure lawyers face is brutal. The pressure everyone faces is brutal. Bruce is not keeping quiet about it.

He made a powerful, honest video for the Kentucky Bar Association about his decades-long fight with depression that led to a suicide attempt in 2023.

This isn't just for lawyers. It's for anyone feeling trapped or isolated. It's about how treatment works and how we must stop lying about being "fine."

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I wrote a post about it on LinkedIn with all the details, links, and a way to reach Bruce directly. Please share this post to help his story reach someone who needs it.

My LinkedIn Post https://www.linkedin.com/posts/xinageco_lawyers-and-depression-outreach-and-prevention-activity-7406229516962009088-zpZy

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Crisis Help: If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 right away.

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TRIGGER WARNING: Military Psychology

DATE: November 25, 2025 at 12:42PM
SOURCE: THE CENTER FOR DEPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGY

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Army vet. Stroke survivor. Dad.

I’m Al Garcia, and I’m raising funds to help my two daughters build a better future—one dreams of becoming a lawyer, the other a military officer. With my health failing and VA benefits reduced, I’m asking for help securing housing and educational support before it’s too late.

If you can donate or share, it would mean everything.

Thank you, sincerely!

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