October is National Bullying Prevention Month
Statistics show that nearly one in three children will face bullying at school or online at some point in their lives. As parents and educators, this reality weighs heavily on our hearts. We know we cannot always be there to protect our children, and that feeling of helplessness can be overwhelming.
But there’s another kind of bullying we don’t talk about enough “Self-Bullying.”
It’s the quiet voice of doubt that tells a child they aren’t good enough. It’s the low self-esteem that prevents them from standing tall and defending who they are. In many cases, this inner struggle is even more damaging than words from others.
Today’s children are growing up in a world where social media often defines self-worth. They are bombarded with images and messages telling them what they must look like, wear, or own to be accepted. Left unchecked, this environment can erode their confidence and distort their sense of self.
That’s why we, as parents, must stay vigilant—monitoring screen time, setting boundaries, and reinforcing family values. Our children need to hear and feel, every single day, that they are loved, valued, and capable of greatness.
One of the most powerful ways to build that confidence is through martial arts training.
At Master Kim’s Martial Arts, we teach students not only how to defend themselves but also why they are worth defending. Through discipline, goal-setting, and perseverance, our students learn to push past fear, face challenges head-on, and carry themselves with pride and humility.
Our dojang is more than a training space it is a family. Here, every child is encouraged to grow at their own pace, supported by caring instructors who meet them where they are. We believe that every student deserves the chance to discover their inner strength and realize how truly special they are.
As Michael J. Fox once said, “If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.”
This philosophy is deeply embedded in our curriculum and our culture.
When children understand their worth, they stand taller. They set healthy boundaries, choose quality friendships, and develop resilience that carries them through life’s storms. They learn that life will bring hardship, but with strong self-esteem and self-worth, they can face any challenge including bullying with dignity and courage.
As a community, let’s unite to end bullying and self-bullying one confident, empowered child at a time.
Together, we can raise a generation that knows their value, stands up for themselves, and inspires others to do the same.
