Martial Arts to Mental Health: A Fighter’s Bipolar Journey | Brian Scott | Mania & Melancholy #47

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Brian Scott reveals how years of undiagnosed bipolar II and head trauma shaped his journey—and how embracing treatment helped him rebuild a life grounded in purpose, discipline, and love.

In this candid and deeply personal episode, lifelong martial artist and friend Brian Scott shares his journey toward understanding and managing bipolar disorder. Known for his decorated fighting career—including multiple world titles in Doce Pares Eskrima and a background in Muay Thai and BJJ—Brian opens up about a side of his life rarely seen on the mats.

Key points covered in this conversation:

• Early signs of bipolar disorder: Brian recounts a childhood of high achievement mixed with dramatic mood swings, long periods of sleeplessness, and unexplained depressions—years before any diagnosis.