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The Bully and the Bullied: Rebuilding Me

Bullying doesn’t end when the bell rings. For many, it leads to a life filled with silence, self-doubt, or suppressed anger. It shapes how they show up in relationships, leadership, and even how they parent. But what if the healing journey could start today?This course will guide participants through:The different forms of bullying (overt, covert, institutional, relational, and cyber)Psychological trauma and shame loops that develop in the bulliedHidden origins of bullying behavior (neglect, trauma, or modeling violence)The effects of chronic bullying on the brain, behavior, and emotional regulationMary will break down the empathy gap and teach attendees how to:Heal the bullied through validation, confidence recovery, and inner child workReform the bully through emotional awareness, accountability, and communication retrainingTransform bystanders into active alliesBuild “Safe Identity Zones” in homes, schools, teams, and ministriesThe signature “Rebuilding Me” framework will empower participants to:Reclaim their self-narrativeRewire emotional triggersReinforce protective boundariesRise into a renewed sense of identityThrough real-life examples, powerful exercises, and a blend of therapeutic and spiritual guidance, Mary offers hope that healing is possible—not only for the wounded, but even for the one who once wounded others.Areas CoveredForms of bullying and their psychological impactsHow bullying patterns show up in adulthoodVictim identity vs. survivor identityInternalized oppression: how the bullied becomes their bullyRestorative practices for former bulliesConflict resolution and empathy retrainingHow to parent, teach, or lead with trauma-informed authorityRebuildingMe journaling and identity restoration toolkitWho Should AttendBullying survivors (youth and adults) Parents of children dealing with bullyingEducators and school counselors Youth ministry leaders HR professionals and team leads Former bullies seeking healing and accountability Peer support workers Life coaches and mental health advocatesWhy Should You Attend Are you still carrying the shame or anxiety of being bullied, even years later? Do you have a child, student, or team member who’s stuck in a bullying cycle? Are you ready to unpack your patterns as a leader, parent, or peer? This course doesn’t just examine the “what” of bullying—it dives into the why and provides a roadmap to rebuild identity, dignity, and trust on both sides. “What if your inner critic was just your old bully living rent-free in your mind? RebuildingMe is about evicting the lies—and restoring the truth of who you are.”Topic BackgroundBullying is no longer confined to schoolyards—its ripple effects can shape identities, destroy self-worth, and follow people into adulthood. Whether emotional, physical, psychological, or cyber-based, bullying leaves scars that can’t always be seen. And surprisingly, even the bully often carries unseen wounds—patterns of pain that they project onto others.This course isn’t just about prevention. It’s about restoration. As an advocate and trauma-informed counselor, Mary has worked with both victims and aggressors, understanding that both sides are often caught in cycles of brokenness. “RebuildingMe” is a call to heal the bullied, transform the bully, and break generational chains of dysfunction.

Bullying doesn’t end when the bell rings. For many, it leads to a life filled with silence, self-doubt, or suppressed anger. It shapes how they show up in relationships, leadership, and even how they parent. But what if the healing journey could start today?
This course will guide participants through:

  • The different forms of bullying (overt, covert, institutional, relational, and cyber)
  • Psychological trauma and shame loops that develop in the bullied
  • Hidden origins of bullying behavior (neglect, trauma, or modeling violence)
  • The effects of chronic bullying on the brain, behavior, and emotional regulation

Mary will break down the empathy gap and teach attendees how to:

  • Heal the bullied through validation, confidence recovery, and inner child work
  • Reform the bully through emotional awareness, accountability, and communication retraining
  • Transform bystanders into active allies
  • Build “Safe Identity Zones” in homes, schools, teams, and ministries

The signature “Rebuilding Me” framework will empower participants to:

  • Reclaim their self-narrative
  • Rewire emotional triggers
  • Reinforce protective boundaries
  • Rise into a renewed sense of identity

Through real-life examples, powerful exercises, and a blend of therapeutic and spiritual guidance, Mary offers hope that healing is possible—not only for the wounded, but even for the one who once wounded others.

Areas Covered

  • Forms of bullying and their psychological impacts
  • How bullying patterns show up in adulthood
  • Victim identity vs. survivor identity
  • Internalized oppression: how the bullied becomes their bully
  • Restorative practices for former bullies
  • Conflict resolution and empathy retraining
  • How to parent, teach, or lead with trauma-informed authority
  • RebuildingMe journaling and identity restoration toolkit

Who Should Attend

  • Bullying survivors (youth and adults)
  • Parents of children dealing with bullying
  • Educators and school counselors
  • Youth ministry leaders
  • HR professionals and team leads
  • Former bullies seeking healing and accountability
  • Peer support workers
  • Life coaches and mental health advocates

Why Should You Attend 

  • Are you still carrying the shame or anxiety of being bullied, even years later? 
  • Do you have a child, student, or team member who’s stuck in a bullying cycle? 
  • Are you ready to unpack your patterns as a leader, parent, or peer?

This course doesn’t just examine the “what” of bullying—it dives into the why and provides a roadmap to rebuild identity, dignity, and trust on both sides. “What if your inner critic was just your old bully living rent-free in your mind? RebuildingMe is about evicting the lies—and restoring the truth of who you are.”

Topic Background

Bullying is no longer confined to schoolyards—its ripple effects can shape identities, destroy self-worth, and follow people into adulthood. Whether emotional, physical, psychological, or cyber-based, bullying leaves scars that can’t always be seen. And surprisingly, even the bully often carries unseen wounds—patterns of pain that they project onto others.

This course isn’t just about prevention. It’s about restoration. As an advocate and trauma-informed counselor, Mary has worked with both victims and aggressors, understanding that both sides are often caught in cycles of brokenness. “RebuildingMe” is a call to heal the bullied, transform the bully, and break generational chains of dysfunction.