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Bullying is a complicated issue, and no one should have to deal with it. Find-out what you can do to stop bullying and how to break the cycl

Written by: Amanda Levison , M.S., LMHC, LPC, CCBT Too often kids are bullying or being bullied in school. Standing up to a bully is never easy. Kids who bully may have different issues that make them not enjoy school. They usually want an audience. They want attention that he or she may not be receiving somewhere else. It is important to teach children to lend a hand when bullying occurs. Children need to be encouraged to invite the child being bullied to sit with them at l

Written by: Amanda Levison , M.S., LMHC, LPC, CCBT In 2012, Hugh Jackman played an amazing role as Jean Valjean in Les Miserables. In this scene Jean Valjean is conflicted with being honest and having someone else take the fall for his actions. He struggles with judgement and emphasizes the importance of being good for your word for yourself, others, and to G*d. Many times people struggle with their judgement but in the end, you only have your word. I find that it is most