Podcast:Parenting Uncovered with Dave & Ashley Willis Published On: Tue Feb 27 2024 Description: Hey there, welcome back to the Parenting Uncovered podcast! Today, Ashley and I are diving deep into a topic that hits close to home for many families: bullying. We're opening up about our own experiences and shedding light on what bullying really looks like. Together, we're highlighting the importance of teaching our kids to stand up for themselves and others. Plus, we're exploring the nuances of strength, protection, and how Jesus' example plays into it all. We also tackle the tough issue of what to do if your child is the one doing the bullying. Stick around until the end for a little dose of fun with a cool fact and of course, one of my classic dad jokes. Thanks for joining us on this journey through parenthood! ------------------------ For all links mentioned in the episode and more: https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage ------------------------ Takeaways Bullying is a serious issue that needs to be addressed Teach children to stand up to bullies and defend themselves Physical strength and protection play a role in dealing with bullies Recognize if your child is the bully and address the issue Bullying can have long-lasting effects on individuals ------------------------ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and XO Marriage Headquarters 01:03 Introduction to the Topic of Bullying 04:13 Defining Bullying 05:13 Duration and Severity of Bullying 06:06 Involving Parents and Teachers 08:56 Teaching Kids to Stand Up to Bullies 10:24 The Importance of Physical Strength and Protection 11:23 The Role of Masculinity in Bullying 13:20 The Complexity of Jesus' Example 14:47 The Impact of Standing Up to Bullies 16:30 Recognizing if Your Child is the Bully 19:49 Ashley's Personal Experience with Bullying 22:11 Bullying Among Girls 25:00 Standing Up to Bullies 28:28 Understanding the Insecurity of Bullies 30:18 Fun Fact and Dad Joke 31:32 Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices