Being Separated, Together!

I know you probably look at this title and thought to yourself, am I in a TWILIGHT ZONE! But NO, let me reassure you, you are not! This traumatic time has caused a great division, but it has also created a heightened awareness in people as they continue to get to know themselves and others deeply. They now want to enjoy more quality time with their families and even want to reach out to others.

Although we feel a sense of separation and divide, we are trying to make an effort to call more, reach out a little more, and text more. We are more conscientious to the inclusivity in each other's thoughts, lives, and emotions. Since Covid-19, we have addressed mental health more than ever before. These open doors of opportunities and reflections have given way to come closer and help people have a free openness to their Faith. Since this spiritual awakening and prayer language has begun, many have gotten closer to each other. This environment has sparked the timing of our activities to be closer not only to our fellow Christians virtually but also to our Father in Heaven.  This has also fostered the growth of love in redirecting our focus to be more inclusive to others, regardless of their Faith. And also have a deep respect and profound way of thinking for others in theirs. Embracing these thought patterns and activities can lead the way for growth and love in all our lives. And involving our families and children will continue a thought pattern of healthy emotional involvement that will continue even after Covid-19. It continues to set a model for sustainable healthy language regardless of what we see or hear in the news or our environment. This, of course, has spurned reactive osmosis on how our thought patterns are either negative or positive in our daily lives and can be negative or positive in our day to day activities.

Yes, these times can be challenging to control, but reaching out and fellowshipping with colleagues, friends, and family can be a catalyst to your self-awareness of hope, compassion, understanding, and of course, loving-kindness for others and even yourself. Take time to reflect and see how our Father's love and/or the love of your Faith can make an impact in your daily life. Reach out to prove that fostering loving-kindness through the  Father or your Faith no matter what the circumstance is, can be the most effective natural alternative to lifestyle coping mechanisms. Through these mechanisms, it can enhance your coping skills with family, friends, and colleagues.

I am inspired and blessed to be surrounded by women who give me hope, love, and compassion during Covid-19. Remember, give yourself time to reflect and show yourself to be inspired and flourish. God has always placed a ram in the bush, reach out to one, and God will show you many

                                                                    

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*David Gillis Long & Foster (Talks with your landlord and what are the laws that govern when getting away from your abuser)

* Evangelist Patricia Fowler Pure Heartministries - VA Director (Learning what is Domestic Violence)
* Katrina Thomas- Loving Yourself No more Abuse GA Director (Behind the Veil)
*Kathy Greggs Co-founder Fayetteville PACT Director NC DV Rally & Military Liaison (Writing a bill and filling out military information)
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HELLO BLOGGERS, READERS AND THOSE I HAVE COME TO KNOW AS FAMILY...

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WE HAVE GREAT RESOURCE MATERIALS FOR CLASSROOMS, FUNDRAISERS OR ALL TYPES OF EVENTS.  BUT

 IF YOU JUST WANT TO LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD AGAINST BULLYING, WE WANT TO ENSURE TO GET YOU THE RIGHT RESOURCES.

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Its really time to Speak Up people!

Hi everyone,

As I was preparing for my early birthday dinner with my husband I decided to scroll through the channels and it awesome to see the cartoons for a minute. YES, YES...don't remind me, I know my age but for a moment I loved watching the funny cartoons on TV and getting a glimpse of the childhood phenomenon for a second. And the chance to forget about ridiculous adult junk! Back to the story right, you're probably wondering where I'm going with this. I found that Cartoon Network has actually started a campaign to SPEAK UP against Bullying and has been doing this for Years. BRAVO CARTOON NETWORK for leading the charge against bullying and Speaking Up against Violence to others! We will definitely be joining you on your charge and quest to SPEAK UP!
                               

 JUNE IS STOP BULLYING AND CYBERBULLYING MONTH

So, Let's going Cartoon Network 

and

 SPEAK UP!!!

How can we encourage our kids and REMEMBER TO LISTEN!

As parents it is so difficult to know if our children are having trouble at school with grades,teachers or even lunch money let alone being bullied. Keeping an open line of communication and making our child always feel that they can come to us with any and all situations without them feeling that mom and dad won't go; (as they say -BALLISTIC), is a reassurance that we as parents can handle any and all situations with a cool and level head is a reassurance to them.

Our responsibility is to KEEP them safe but also to MAKE them feel safe and not overwhelmed them especially about the situation. 

Great example of this was Issac Irvine and his wonderful son Brodi; Brodi was being bullied at school for growing his hair out to help a unique cause and being called a girl by two mischievous and unkind boys. Issac Irvine an amazing father made an awesome video to not only help encourage Brodi but to show others that bullying is just not okay. 

The parenting style of this father is unique and amazing to say the least, HE WINS AN A+ IN MY BOOK. To not only diffuse the situation in Brodi but to uplift, encourage and love him and many others out there has created this video a huge phenomenon of HOPE. 

It's all about how we communicate to our children,

REMEMBER THEY WILL LISTEN!

BEING TARGETED ELECTRONICALLY? YEP THAT"S CYBERBULLYING...PART 2

http://family.wikinut.com/Biblical-Facts-about-Cyberbullying-and-Harassment :

Hello everyone it's been awhile that I have not written but with children finishing exams and finishing their school my plate was a little over flowing. Thank God that summer has begun and I can relax and get down to the nitty gritty of blogging once again and getting everyone's opinions, stories and testimonies.

Today I want to go into the virtual world and start going into a subject that has hit many of us and even some young kids, cyberbullying.

CYBERBULLYING  can easily be defined as:

• When the Internet, cell phones or other devices are used to send or post text or images intended to hurt or embarrass another person.
• Sending e-mail to someone who has said they want no further contact with the sender, but it may also include threats, sexual remarks, pejorative labels (i.e., hate speech), ganging up on victims by making them the subject of ridicule in forums, and posting false statements as fact aimed at humiliation
• Gossip, instigation of others to gang up on target on forums, news groups and chats ( ex.facebook, group blogs..etc)

Although intentional or even sometimes unintentional cyberbullying can cause lots of harm. When items are posted on a blog or chat room it's hard to retract those views or opinions of that person, persons or individuals involved.

The website www.ehow.com/cyberbullying states:

Types

• The two most common types of cyberbullying is the bullying contacting his victim directly (direct attacks) and the bully using a accomplice to torment his victim. The latter is referred to as "cyberbullying by proxy". The accomplice may or may not know he is being used as a pawn by the bully. However, if an adult knows or is involved in the tormenting it would not be considered cyberbullying; this would be defined as "cyberstalking" or "cyberharassment". 

Theories/Speculation

• Cyberbully victims will often suffer in silence for fear of being tormented even more than what they currently are. Also, a victim may keep the bullying from a parent of guardian because she may be scared she will lose her internet privileges--or the right to use her other electronic communication devices. In some cases, victims of cyberbullying are not even aware they are being bullied. 

Cyberspace has been used as a weapon to hurt, harm and otherwise deface many in the internet. And yes, even though we do have free speech their should always be a form of decorum of how you should present yourself while you are online. Think, would you necessarily say that about that person or persons if they were if front of you and how far are you willing to go to make an example of them and damage them for the rest of  THEIR LIVES?! Remember print last forever and the internet lasts longer than that.

States and government officials have started doing everything to put restrictions on cyberbullying and cease the senseless acts of cyberbullying. And again although we have freedoms we want to ensure that those freedoms don't spoil innocent blood, like Amanda Todd and countless others. 

Currently the states that have cyberbullying laws are Arkansas, Idaho, Iowa, New Jersey, Oregon, Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. There are no federal laws as of yet but in the future there maybe a possibility that cyberbullying will or could become a federal law.

All states have laws against harassment, including all schools have codes for harrasment whether suspensions or expulsions. Many schools have joined forces in many counties in different states to build a strong NO CYBERBULLYING programs for their students. And even though they do, many students still stay silent. That's where a strong communication within your family unit comes into play. 

Make sure that you talk about all issues no matter how big or small within your family. Let your children feel comfortable in telling you anything even if they feel responsible. Build a line of trust and do not waver from it even if you feel that what they might be doing is not in their best interest and be sensitive in giving your opinion. Place boundaries for your kids in the long run; kids would rather you show love by restrictions than not pay attention to them at all. REMEMBER DON'T BE YOUR CHILD'S BEST FRIEND, BE A PARENT!

Yes, facts about cyberbullying have been found in the Bible. The word of God comments on cyberbullying and those who obsess over running " smear campaigns", constructed to defame the names of the innocent. The Bible addresses harassers who inflict abuse on good citizens they've never met. Those who find their pleasures in hurting others are wholeheartedly disliked, and rebuked by God. No one likes cyberbullying and harassing. In fact, God has a special disdain for abusive folk. Facts about cyberbullying glare forth from the pages of scripture.

Most Important Biblical Fact about Cyberbullying: Psalm 36:1

Psalm 36:1 "The transgression of the wicked sayeth within my heart, that there is no fear of God before his eyes." Cyberbullying is a wicked occupation. This is a most important fact. To harass and abuse innocent victims on-line is wickedness. These transgressors lack compassion. In their heart, they believe God is not watching. They hover behind their computers. They are confident that not a soul can see or catch them. Cyberbullying criminals have no fear of God or anyone else. Victims and everyone else, surely agree, that stalking others is wickedly hurtful.

GOD BLESS

Cyberbullying (Issues that Concern You) by: Tamara Roleff $3.59