Cyberbullying

So today i watched a movie about cyberbullying. it hit me really hard and i dint realize what extreme measure these kids take all because of something someone said. i dont understand why people have to be so mean. why cant everyone be nice ?? if you are insecure, im sorry, but that doesnt mean that you should take it out on other people. what would you do if someone said that to you ? it would hurt your feelings and thats what youre doing to these kids. and its not just cyberbullying. its all kinds of bullying, verbal and  physical. Below is a list of bullying facts and statistics:

One of the most important things individuals need to know about school bullying is which type of bullying is the most likely to occur. According to the Bullying Statistics website, about 77 percent of the bullying cases in schools isverbal bullying. For these individuals, the exact type of bullying they undergo will vary. The types of behavior they experience include:

• Spreading rumors
• Making derogatory remarks
• Yelling obscenities
• Name calling
• Teasing

About 14 percent of those who are victim of this kind of bullying have severe reactions to the bullying. The victims of verbal bullying often experience long-term negative effects from this behavior because the injuries to their ego and mind can often last much longer than physical wounds; sometimes these mental or emotional wounds never go away. Some of the effects of verbal school bullying on the victim include:

• Low self-esteem
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Suicidal thoughts

Learning to watch for the symptoms of bullying will help parents and other adults identify potential victims and reach out to help them before the damage is beyond repair. Having someone they can trust to talk to can go a long way toward reversing the negative effects of a school bully.

School Bullying Statistics : The Extent of the Problem

The extent of the bullying problem in schools is not immediately clear. However, there have been many surveys that can give a clear picture of what the school bullying situation is. For instance, according to StopBullying.gov, about 28 percent of students in grades six through 12 have been the victim of bullying, while about 20 percent of students in high school have experienced the same issues. This trend shows that bullying does reduce as children get older. It does not stop, though, making it essential for adults to find ways to step in and educate children on the effects of bullying.

These same surveys also reveal that about 30 percent of students admit they have engaged in bullying behavior against other students. When it comes to witnessing the bullying, another story emerges. As many as 70 percent of students state they have witnessed bullying behavior. With this many students witnessing the behavior, it stands to question why more of them aren’t taking the steps to stop the bullying. When someone intervenes with the bullying behavior, it stops within 10 seconds about half the time.

School Bullying Statistics : Frequency of Bullying

Another major concern that is brought to light by school bullying statistics is the frequency of the behavior. With only a fifth to a quarter of the students experiencing bullying, the frequency is often a more serious problem. A study cited by StopBullying.gov, about 49 percent of students in grades four through 12 reported they were bullied at least once in the previous month. When asked about frequent bullying of two or more times, 23 percent of students felt they were bullied frequently.

Where Does Bullying Occur?

Some people may wonder where bullying occurs that it seems to happen under the teachers’ radar. In general, bullying at school takes place just about everywhere. It can take place in the school hallways before and after school, as well as in between classes. It also takes place out on the playground and even on the bus on the way home. No place is safe from bullying behavior, even when there are adults nearby.

School Bullying Statistics : Teacher Involvement

One of the most effective ways to stop bullying behavior in the schools is for the adults to step in. However, the Bullying Statistics website reports that about 85 percent of teachers do not step in and intervene when they witness this type of behavior among their students. This lack of action can actually encourage the bullies to continue their behavior. While these statistics are shocking, times are changing where more schools are taking a hard stand against bullying in the hopes of curbing the behavior.

School bullying statistics can be shocking when you dig deeply into them. Learning about these statistics can be useful for teachers, parents and other adults who could make a change in children’s live. It is important to understand the overall scope of the problems, when it occurs, how it occurs and how often to be able to make an effective change. With the help of everyone, school bullying can be reduced, giving the victims some much needed relief.

now i ask that you read this. it is awful and cruel what these bullies are doing. some of these victims have taken their  lives because of the power of the words these bullies are saying to them. 

anyway, i just wanted to get that off my chest. remeber, JESUS LOVES YOU !! and if you trust in Him, you can get through anything. goodbye :))

Update #1

Ok, so i know it's been a long time since i last blogged and if any of yall wanted to know how the Ohio trip went, it went well. There's a lot of stuff  that has happened lately. If yall didn't know, I lost my other boxer and we didn't plan on getting another dog because i was supposed to play travel ball but i did a lot of thinking and decided not to get serious about softball and just do rec ball. Softball will always be my passion, but i just don't want to pursue it. Anyway... I am starting at a new school on August 24th and I am super excited !! It was hard leaving my friends because you become close with people in 2 years but I am also ready to make new friends. I also played with a rec ball team called the Panthers this spring and I really enjoyed it. Unfortunately, most of the girls are trying out for the school softball team and our coach doesn't want to coach a different team. She wants her original team so shes not coaching. Which means that if I play rec ball then I would have to start with a new team... AGAIN. So im hoping that if i tell her i will play with her, she will hopefully be willing to coach. Shes a great coach and I really like her and don't want to start on a new team. But I'm sorry that i haven't been blogging much, but i will try to be better about it. Remember... JESUS LOVES YOU !! Goodbye :))

Ohio! Here We Come!

Hey! This is just a short little blog asking for prayers. We have a school field trip in 2 days and it is up to Ohio. It is a 10 hour estimated bus drive and a million things could go wrong. But hopefully God will have his hand over us. So just asking for prayers for safe travels.

Christmas!

Hey guys! I haven't posted in a while and I apologize. But Christmas is almost here! And I'm gonna tell tall my plans! Well first off, for Thanksgiving I'm going up to a resturant called Seasons 252. It is up in Atlanta and it's really good! But I'm also going up to Gatlinberg after Christmas! But I have to stress something. Most of us think of Christmas as a time to get presents. But the real reason we should be celebrating is bc we have Jesus Christ. But we forget about that. So I try my best to pray to God about it and you should to. Oh! And don't say Xmas! X didn't die on the cross from your sins! Merry Christmas!🎄🎅

God,School,Softball

Hi guys! I want to apologize about not posting in a while. I have been having to juggle school and softball and etc. If any of y'all who are reading this either went into middle school this year or remember what it was like, it is very different from elementary school! So I know it's hard juggling school and sports. Well it is for me at least because I go to a private, Christian school so it's a very challenging school but amazing! So I have to juggle softball practice everyday and then fit homework in there. But wait? What about God? I have been struggling with that. The only time I touch my Bible , is when I go to church or at school. I have to tell y'all the truth. I have kinda lost that fire for Christ and learning about him. So I have to kinda hurry but all I can tell y'all I is that the best thing I can do and you can do is just pray to God because he is the only one that can help you. Not your parents, not your friends, only God. So y'all, as I always say, just trust in your Lord. Bye Guys!👋

Losing My Baby Boy

Hi guys! It's Carly here. and today I'm doing a blog for you guys. I don't think I mentioned in my first blog the recent passing of my dog. So I'm doing a blog today so that anybody that has recently lost a pet could maybe read this and be put more at ease. The dog that I lost was my 9 year old boxer Joe-Joe. Joe was a boxer that we lost much too early. If you all don't know, boxers are supposed to live to be around 13. Joe was only 9. The reason was, Joe had lymphoma caner. If you don't know what that is, it is a type of cancer that causes the lymphnodes(sorry if I spelled that wrong) in the throat and chest to swell. Boxers are also one of the breeds that are most likely to get it and do. I talked to my dad one night and asked him if he would make through the summer. My dad said he didn't know but all we could do is pray. My dad woke me and my sister up at around 7:00. And so we went into the family room and my dad sat us down with our mom who has now, just stopped crying. They both said that we were leaving at 10:00 to go put him down at the vet. It hit me like a bomb and I lost it. This wasn't supposed to be happening, not to me! We left at 10:00 and arrived home at 11:30 with no Joe-Joe. My other boxer Chrissy, was really confused and was constantly looking for him. But all this was also on Fathers Day. I was just so angry at God for making us make that choice. But I also had to realize that this was all part of God's plan. so I have to go now but just remember all the good things about them and just trust God.


                                                                       
                                                                                                                          Carly Mathis


                                                                                                                        

All about me

Hi Everybody! My name is Carly Mathis and I am creating this blog to help me sort out some things. I am almost 12 and going through some things that comes with being a pre-teen(hormones). I created this blog to help me and hopefully help other girls who are going through the same thing.

I have a sister and her name is Shelby. She is almost thirteen and going through the same thing. We fight a lot. We share a room and we're getting to that age where we want our privacy. But we can't change our room. Sometimes I yell at her and scream at her. But I have to be thankful for her because she is my only sister. And I have to be thankful for having a roof over my head and just be thankful for how much God has blessed me. The bible says love one another as you love yourself. So just be thankful for what you have.

I really hope this helped you understand a little bit of what's going on with your emotions. I will hopefully be posting more on these things to help me and you guys.