Tag: bullying
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What It Feels Like to Endure Constant Bullying
Get Pregnant Fast I remember standing at the edge of a cornfield, feeling hands lift me and toss me into the mud. I landed face-first in the damp Pennsylvania soil, spitting out dirt as I struggled to get up. My hat, mittens, and coat were thrown around carelessly; later, I was so soaked in mud…
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Viral ‘Bully Fight’ Highlights the Urgent Need for Anti-Bullying Education
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, if we neglect to teach our children the importance of kindness and respect, the internet will take matters into its own hands—and the results can be brutal. A recent viral story involving a blind teen facing bullying has sparked a heated debate online. The footage, which has circulated…
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Why It’s Crucial to Discuss Trump’s Inappropriate Comments with Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Last Friday, like many others, I listened to the leaked audio of Donald Trump and was left in a state of disbelief and revulsion. The impact of those words was so profound that I struggled to find sleep that night and spent the weekend ruminating over it — it was like witnessing…
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That Time I Encouraged My Child to Stand Up to a Bully
Get Pregnant Fast There was a moment in my parenting journey when I found myself advising my child to physically confront another kid. Yes, I said “hurt,” and I don’t take it lightly. You might expect me to lament this choice as a misstep, but looking back, I believe it was a pivotal moment in…
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How I Equip My Kids to Stand Up Against Bullies
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, my utmost goal is to nurture kind-hearted and empathetic children. My partner and I strive to exemplify generosity and community service, encouraging our kids to embrace these values. My son participates in Cub Scouts, and we consistently discuss the importance of including shy classmates who might be struggling to…
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In Memory of My Daughter, Leah Johnson
Get Pregnant Fast Hello, I’m Sarah Johnson, the mother of three daughters aged 10 to 17. On April 4, 2013, my world changed forever. The tragedy began when my 15-year-old daughter, Leah, went to a social gathering where she was assaulted by four boys. A few days later, a photo of this horrific incident was…
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My Son Punched His Bully, And Now They’re Friends
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lisa Hartman About ten minutes before I was set to pick up my son from middle school, my phone rang. He was in seventh grade, and I had noticed a change in him over the past few weeks. He had gone from being chatty and engaged to quiet and withdrawn. I…
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First Grader Bullied and Assaulted on Bus for His Faith
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident that has left many heartbroken, a seven-year-old boy named Samir Khan faced bullying and violence on a school bus in North Carolina due to his Muslim faith. Last Friday, Samir arrived home visibly shaken and injured, a stark reminder of the intolerance that can exist in our society.…
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Let’s Have the Courage to Confront Bullying
Get Pregnant Fast When I first shared my experience with bullying on my blog, I was taken aback by the overwhelming response. I poured my heart out about the feelings of violation, worthlessness, and the deep sense of helplessness that consumed me. Those emotions nearly drove me to a tragic decision. The truth is, many…
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Bullies Target Deaf High School Student, Throw Backpack in Toilet
Get Pregnant Fast In an alarming incident that highlights the ongoing issue of bullying in schools, two students attacked a deaf high schooler named Ethan Riley by dumping his backpack into a toilet. With the start of a new school year, we are once again reminded of the harsh realities many students face, especially those…