Bully-Proof Your Kids

Tip #1, Share Your Story

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of connection and the path to the feeling of worthiness.”
Brene Brown

We cannot expect of our children, what we are not willing to give ourselves. The willingness to be vulnerable is not a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of true strength, self acceptance and empathy.

Being vulnerable, and sharing your experiences of bullying and how they affected you, will allow and encourage your child to do the same. Many children suffer in silence, too afraid or embarrassed to speak up. Breaking the silence is the first step.

Keep those vital lines of communication open, and reinforce to your child there is no shame in being frightened. Not only will this improve the communication and connection between you and your child, you’ll be the proof they need that it does gets better.From this safe new place of acceptance and relatability, you and your child can begin to discuss their feelings, and potential strategies for your child to stand up, speak up and avoid further bullying.