A Must See

When the movie Bully was released in select theaters I knew I had to go see it.

When I left the movie theatre my makeup was rolling down my face and my emotions were all over the place.

Here is my main feeling...

I really think that the problem starts at home.  Parents teach their children how to treat others.  They do this by modeling behavior not only towards other adults but also towards their own children.  The song Daughters by John Mayer comes to mind.  

"Fathers, be good to your daughters

Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers

So mothers, be good to your daughters too"

When I look back on my public school experience and think about the students that were true bullies (not just caddie girls, students having bad days, or the kid who makes a smart or even rude comment every once in awhile but, TRUE bullies) I realize they all had one thing in common withdrawn, inactive, un-poised parents.  

As mentioned in the documentary some parents just don't care and they aren't going to do anything about this issue.  And this is why schools have to step up and fill the void.  Unfortunate, but true.  

I propose that schools consider courses or activities that can help students grow deeper with one another.  I'm not sure what this would really entail, curriculum specifics, etc. but I can vision it. :D

I'm not sure if I ever want to have children but if I do I pray that I set good examples for them.  And that I teach them the deeper meaning of things.  It's not just that bullying is wrong-don't do it, it's that bullying can negatively effect so many peoples lives.  That we are all God's children, loving others is honoring God. 

I also believe that a relationship with God could help this issue... but unfortunately I can't vision this actively inside our schools to the extent it needs to be but, a girl can dream. And pray.

I hope that everyone takes the time to see this movie and talks to the children in their lives about this issue.