Most of us have encountered bullying at some point in our lives. Either we were the bully, the target of the bullying or a witness to someone else being bullied. Whatever the circumstances, there are no winners when it comes to bullying.
Bullying comes in many forms. It might appear by way of the tough acting kid who takes all of his classmates’ lunch money, or maybe it shows up as the so-called popular girls ganging up on the shy studious one who happens to wear braces and glasses.
Bullying does not end after graduation. No, it can follow a life-long pattern that endures far into adulthood. One can find bullies in his or her neighborhood, workplace, social club and unfortunately, bullying can even be found in one’s place of worship in the form of preachers or church officials who shame or pressure people into giving more than they can afford.
Some basic characteristics of bullies are as follows:
They have a strong need to dominate and subdue other people and to get their own way
Are impulsive and are easily angered
Are often defiant and aggressive toward authority figures
Show little empathy toward others who are victimized
If they are males, they are physically stronger than other males in general
One thing the bully and the target of bullying have in common is that they both need help.
If you would like to share your insights into bullying or what can be done to help both the bully and the target of the bullying, please join our forum and post your thoughts here for others to read and to learn from your experience.
On October 4, 2009 In the Upper Room was joined by special guest Jordan Ricks, who was featured in the September 2009 Issue of Reader’s Digest. The article in Reader’s Digest focused on Jordan’s heroism in helping to save a woman from an on-coming train. That event was just one of many moments in Jordan’s transformation.
On In the Upper Room Jordan opened other doors to his inner self and shared more details about the journey that has shaped his personality and led him to pursue his current path as a student and motivational speaker.
He talked about the time he was stabbed five times, including once in the heart and pronounced dead. He also acknowledged realizing that God has given him another chance at life for a reason.
Although only twenty-two years old, Jordan Ricks has a mature perspective on the value of appreciating each day and living life to the fullest with purpose and a sense of gratitude. Speaking of a purpose, Jordan is currently working on his book “Life is Precious” which is sure to educate and inspire all who reade it.
In the Upper Room is proud to have met this young man and encourages you to purchase a copy of his book when it hits the shelves. Also, please contact Jordan if you would like to engage him as a motivational speaker to address your organization or group. To contact Jordan please email him at onmyjob23@aol.com.
In the Upper Room has taken the “local” out of local leased access television broadcasting. In the Upper Room has consistently expanded the reach of their programming by presenting television content that has a universal appeal.
While still committed to serving their local audience In the Upper Room has reached out to include people from all walks of life. The philosophy behind this approach is that all people are connected and that everyone has a purpose and a story to tell.
In the Upper Room is on the cutting edge when it comes to highlighting their guests and promoting worthy causes. There is certainly something very unique about this local program.
One of the things that sets In the Upper Room apart from most of the other local programs is their ability to reach out and touch so many people by utilizing all available resources and technologies.
Although the program airs on local Comcast Channel 28 once monthly, In the Upper Room is actually a 24/7 operation. In the Upper Room also supports and promotes other local programs by making the bulk of their television time available to other leased access producers.
In the Upper Room is passionate about offering the best information and opportunities to their audience and to each of their guests.
In the Upper Room is taking local leased access television production to the next level.
For those households that do not subscribe to Comcast Cable Vision, In the Upper Room makes their television segments available to viewers on their Internet website itupperroom.com and also on their Youtube channel at youtube.com/intheupperroom.
To learn more about In the Upper Room, please visit www.itupperroom.com. You can contact In the Upper Room via email: intheupperroom03@aol.com or call (302) 494-0231 or (302) 588-1493.
Below, are a few tips to help you relax and enjoy yourself while appearing on our television program.
If you are anywhere near a camera, assume it is on and recording every word and action.
Don’t wear stripes; they dance around on the screen and are distracting.
People shouldn’t judge you by your appearance, but they will.
If you do or wear anything distracting on TV, people will remember that and nothing you say.
Every TV anchorman, soap opera actor, sitcom star and talk show host is made up and groomed for TV. Unfortunately, this is the audience’s standard of comparison when they are watching you.
Don’t look at the camera unless there is no reporter or host around to speak to.
It is easier talking to a human being than it is talking to a hunk of metal.
Don’t lean back in your chair; you’ll look short and fat.
Don’t sit up perfectly straight; you’ll look stiff and nervous.
Do lean forward 15 degrees into the camera; you’ll look taller, leaner, and more confident.
If you lean forward, your double chin will disappear and you will appear to have a stronger jaw line.
Do keep moving your head.
Do move your body a little.
Do move your hands–whoever told speakers not to use their hands was not given accurate information.
Don’t move your hands above your face, below your chest or wider than your shoulders.
