Bullied To MMA Fighter with Clifford Starks (30 min commuter version)

04/11/22 • 34 min

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.
This version of the episode is cut down by 30 mins for the people looking to enjoy this on a shorter commute.

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Episode 2: Bullied To Child Therapist

In this episode of Bully This, Jessica shares her story of how she went from being "back brace girl" to working with mass shooters. After enduring years of bullying, Jessica used her experiences to make a difference for kids going through what she went through. Jessica has a wealth of knowledge on bullying after working in schools and with kids. Her story sheds light on the fact that sometimes the bullied people have to use their experiences to make a difference for others who may be struggling.

This episode is crucial to understanding the bullying journey, as we not only walk Jessica through her own Hero's journey, but we pick the brain of a therapist who currently helps kids. With her skill, knowledge, and being there to live that vibe, she has some great insights into how to help kids, parents, and teachers deal with the bully dilemma.