Join Mikel & Bella TONIGHT for "Burly's Holiday Bingo!" with Warriors for Life (WFL)
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 10 hours ago
- 3 min read
Drop in TONIGHT with Volunteer and Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs for "Burly's Warriors" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Burly's Holiday Bingo!"
Join Mikel and Bella TONIGHT and let's get together online for the Warriors for Life (WFL) and play "Burly's Holiday Bingo!" with prizes awarded to the winners. Join us TONIGHT as we take a virtual games to the next level when it comes to mental health.
Virtual online games support mental health during the holidays by reducing isolation, relieving stress, and boosting mood through social connection, cognitive engagement, and a sense of accomplishment. They offer a safe, controlled environment for escapism and emotional regulation, helping to combat anxiety and loneliness.
Key benefits of virtual games for mental health during the holiday season include:
Combating Loneliness and Fostering Connection: Multiplayer games provide a space for social interaction, allowing people to feel connected to friends and family even if they are physically separated. This is particularly effective for reducing feelings of isolation.
Stress Relief and Relaxation: Games act as a form of mental escape, allowing players to unwind from holiday pressures and daily stressors. "Cozy games" with no harsh penalties offer a safe, low-stress environment to cultivate calm.
Boosting Mood and Self-Esteem: Overcoming challenges in games provides a sense of mastery, achievement, and autonomy, which can boost confidence and improve overall emotional well-being.
Cognitive Stimulation: Engaging with puzzles, strategy, and problem-solving games keeps the mind active and can improve focus, memory, and critical thinking skills.
Safe Emotional Exploration: Some games allow players to process complex emotions and explore different identities in a secure space, validating their experiences and reducing anxiety.
Let's use virtual gaming to manage the holiday stress, relaxing, low-stakes "Burly's Holiday Bingo!" to interactive, encourage collaboration and communication.
Our Vision at Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is simple: "Where Hope, Support, and Healing come together!"
We encourage you to join us, Everyone is Welcome, Everyone Matters, You Matter to Us, so Talk to Us! — invite a friend!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Peer Support Network Online "Burly's Warriors" edition, presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — (TONIGHT), December 20, 2025 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87197441247
Remember: Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) meets on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays — (7-days) a week. Every week stay connected on Friday Mornings with "Coffee with Kim" and Monday Mornings for "Cup O' Joe" with Derrick at 8:00 AM CT.
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!"— Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Thank you,
Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Founder & Volunteer Facilitator, Warriors for Life (WFL), & CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)