October is National Depression Education and Awareness Month, an important time to talk openly about something that affects millions of people every year. Depression is more than just sadness or having a bad day. It’s a real mental health condition that impacts the way a person thinks, feels, and [...]
We’ve all heard the old saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” But the truth is, words can hurt. And for kids, especially, unkind comments or being left out can cut deep. Learning to handle those moments with strength and grace isn’t [...]
Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? It’s the perfect time to pause and ask a big question: Why do people bully others? While there isn’t one single answer that explains every situation, research and experience show some common patterns. Understanding the why is the first [...]
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Schools, organizations, and communities across the country come together to raise awareness and promote bullying prevention efforts. Bullying is a problem that affects not only children but also adults. It can happen anywhere, whether in school, work, online, or in the community. According to [...]
Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Let’s start with a question about bullying that has been asked since the beginning of time: Why do people bully others? While there is no one answer that fits all bullies, there are some common reasons that may drive someone to engage [...]
Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Let’s start with a question about bullying that has been asked since the beginning of time: Why do people bully others? While there is no one answer that fits all bullies, there are some common reasons that may drive someone [...]
Since 2006, October has been recognized in the United States as National Bullying Prevention Month to acknowledge the devastating effects that bullying can have on children and their families. Bullying is a serious problem that can have long-lasting effects on a child's emotional and physical well-being. Fortunately, there are [...]
An important part of empathy is the ability to trust and be trusted. This is key to bullying prevention. When trust exists between individuals it allows them to take risks and be open with each other. As trust builds, there will be more sharing of information, feelings, and opinions. The [...]
One of the simplest and most effective techniques to develop self-esteem is to silence your inner critic. How can you silence your inner critic? Using positive affirmations or statements. You can think of positive affirmations as the voice of the good coach giving you confidence in your abilities and strength [...]
As important as it is to pay attention to outside influences and surround yourself with positive people, it is also important to be your own source of support. If you focus on yourself and on being your own support person, you will always have a reliable source of encouragement to [...]