Bully This - A Hero's Journey

Clifford Starks started out early in life losing his primary team member, his biological father. This led to a lost sense of support and uncertainty. A large kid, he didn't begin to realize his true power and confidence until later in life. This led to his success as a college wrestler and eventually to a career in the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Join us as we walk Clifford through the Hero's Journey; find out how he went from being bullied to one of the best fighters in the world.
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Clifford Starks started out early in life losing his primary team member, his biological father. This led to a lost sense of support and uncertainty. A large kid, he didn't begin to realize his true power and confidence until later in life. This led to his success as a college wrestler and eventually to a career in the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Join us as we walk Clifford through the Hero's Journey; find out how he went from being bullied to one of the best fighters in the world.
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How To Overcome Bullying | Bully This A Hero's Journey Episode 8: Bullied To Hero. Subscribe to our channel for more bullying to motivational success podcast episodes like this. In this eighth, we interview Rachel Weinstock.
Did you ever wish for a hero that never came? Rachel did. But when her hero didn't show she decided she would grow up and be that hero for others.
Miss Rainbow Fairy has a superpower and it's the power to break kids out of their shells with love. Join us as we walk through the Journey. In this our last episode of the season, we see what another true hero is.
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When Taylor Swift turned the scars of bullying into the stardust of stardom, it wasn't just a fairytale—it was a roadmap for triumph. This season, we're kicking off with a bang, celebrating our ascent into the podcasting elite and our recent accolade for Best Co-hosts, all while preparing to unravel the success stories that emerged from adversity's tight grip. We're joined by Ryan Diaz, an MMA dynamo, who throws a one-two punch into the heart of bullying, sharing how the very thing that once tormented him became his catalyst for greatness.
The mats of the gym become our classroom as we navigate the balance of mental focus and relentless drive in the pursuit of passions. It's a place where unexpected kindness meets the warrior's spirit, and where the community's embrace substitutes the support some never received at home. We also dissect the mentorship magic that turns intimidation into empowerment for the newbies stepping into the ring, and how adversity, an often-unwelcome coach, might be the very thing sculpting future successes.
Wrap up with us as we lace up for the tougher rounds of life and sport, delving into the essence of mental toughness and when to toe the line between perseverance and self-care. Beyond the sweat and cheers, we meet the unassuming heroes like Scott Neeson, whose humility in helping others shines a spotlight on the genuine worth of giving back. We're left with the undeniable truth that the lessons learned in MMA about mentorship and community reach far beyond the gym walls, molding not only fighters but individuals who are armored for life's most daunting battles.

How To Overcome Bullying | Bully This A Hero's Journey Episode 7: Bullied To Writer. Subscribe to our channel for more bullying to success podcast episodes like this. In this our seventh episode, we interview Gail Cornwall.
What if you did something in your youth that changed your path forever? In a moment of gaining power, the bullied became the bully, however this experience would have long-lasting effects.

Gail is uniquely positioned to understand the complexities of the bully dilemma as a teacher with the added value of a law degree. On top of this, Gail spends a lot of time writing for major publications about family, children, education, and bullying. Digesting the world's most up-to-date research on the subjects and eloquently delivering it to her audience. Gail has case studies, real-world situations, and beautiful ideas anyone can learn from. Join us for episode 7 of Bully This A Hero's Journey.