The Courage Edition

Kimberly Conicella

I’m Kimberly, anti-bullying advocate and a mother to two beautiful kids. A qualified education and communications expert who went from being bullied, dealing with the trauma of it, to teaching kids how to deal with conflict. Each week, I'll be releasing episodes that give you actionable and practical advice that you can decode and explore the multiple pieces of the puzzle for overcoming bullying and friendship conflicts. I'm here to help you parent courageously, using strong emotional support tools to help your child build inner strength and self-worth. Follow me @thecourageedition

Episodes

  1. 09/02/2025

    How to Ensure Your Child Can Identify Quality Friendships vs. Toxic Ones (And Why This Is Important!)

    SEASON FINALE: As parents, we want our kids to have strong, supportive friendships that uplift and empower them. But how can we help them recognise the difference between a healthy friendship and a toxic one? And why does this matter so much—especially when it comes to bullying? In this episode of The Courage Edition Podcast, I’m diving into the crucial role friendships play in your child’s self-worth, confidence, and resilience against bullying. We’ll cover: ✅ The key differences between quality friendships and toxic ones.✅ Why having the right friends can protect your child from bullying.✅ How self-awareness helps kids identify red flags in friendships.✅ The importance of boundaries in fostering healthy relationships.✅ How YOU, as a parent, can guide your child in choosing the right friends. Plus, I’ll share actionable strategies you can start using today to help your child navigate friendships with confidence. 🔹 Want to give your child the tools to handle bullying and build inner strength? My Bully Proof Academy (BPA) is currently being revamped, but you can get a taster by checking out my micro program! It’s designed to kickstart your child’s inner strength journey, equip them with strategies to handle bullying and conflict, and develop self-awareness. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS MY 'FIGHT BACK AGAINST BULLIES IN 2 WEEKS OR LESS' TASTER PROGRAM. Let’s raise kids who know their worth, set boundaries, and build friendships that truly support them. Tune in now!

    17 min
  2. 02/02/2025

    How Schools Handle Bullying: What Works and What Doesn’t

    Bullying doesn’t just stop when the school bell rings. The way schools handle bullying can either empower children or leave them feeling unheard and unsupported. But do you know what approaches your child’s school is using—and whether they actually work? In this episode of The Courage Edition Podcast, I’m breaking down 9 different school approaches to tackling bullying, from traditional punishment-based methods to more restorative and proactive strategies. You’ll learn: ✅ Why school policies matter when it comes to bullying prevention.✅ The pros and cons of Direct Sanctions, School Tribunals, Restorative Approaches, Mediation, and more.✅ How some schools focus on strengthening the victim—and why that alone isn’t enough.✅ How Positive Behavior Support (PBIS) and non-punitive approaches can help shift school culture.✅ The one question you should ask your child’s school to ensure they have a solid bullying prevention plan. We’ll also talk about what you, as a parent, can do to advocate for a more effective anti-bullying strategy at your child’s school. Plus, I’ll share some game-changing resources that can help you and your child feel more empowered and supported. Want to equip your child with real strategies to handle bullying and conflict? Check out my Bully Proof Academy (BPA), currently being revamped! In the meantime, get a taster with my micro-program Fight Back Against Bullies in 2 Weeks or Less—designed to kickstart their inner strength journey and build self-awareness. Comment “COURAGE” or visit @thecourageedition to learn more! Tune in now to take the first step in creating a safer, stronger school experience for your child.

    21 min
  3. 19/01/2025

    Courage Cups & Life Skills: Taking Steps to Overcome Bullying

    Bullying can’t be stopped overnight, but small, intentional steps can make a lasting impact. In this episode of The Courage Edition podcast, I explore why tackling bullying is a process and share the five essential components every parent needs to know to help their child overcome bullying for good. Discover the concept of "Courage Cups," how to build your child’s inner strength, and practical strategies to empower them to handle bullying and toxic friendships. This episode is a must-listen for parents who feel helpless but are determined to support their kids through these challenges. By the end, you’ll walk away with a clear, actionable plan to help your child build resilience, develop life skills, and take back their courage—one step at a time. Created for KIDS who: Are being bullied! Are struggling to fit in! Are trying to survive toxic friendships! Created for YOU if you: Are feeling stuck or helpless when it comes to supporting your child through bullying! Are not getting the support from your child's school! Are wanting to set your child up with life skills to handle conflict! Find me on socials @thecourageedition Join the Bully Proof Academy here: https://www.thecourageedition.com/BPA  Find out more: https://www.thecourageedition.com/joinus  Freebies: https://www.thecourageedition.com/freebies  This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au @on.track.studio For advertising opportunities please email hello@ontrackstudio.com.au

    26 min
  4. 05/01/2025

    The 5 Things I wish I Knew To Help Me Overcome Bullying

    Welcome back to another episode of The Courage Edition Podcast! In this episode I wanted to talk about the 5 things that I wish I knew when I was being bullied. Letting go of expectation, taking your power back and finding a deeper understanding as to why the bullies are bullying, are just a few things that I wish I knew at the time. Although it’s valid for children to feel like no one cares about what they are going through, most of the time it’s because, we as adults, don’t know what to do to help our child overcome bullying. These 5 times are ones I swear by to help with conflict resolution, and have helped many of my clients start to get their power back and overcome bullies.  Created for KIDS who: Are being bullied! Are struggling to fit in! Are trying to survive toxic friendships! Created for YOU if you: Are feeling stuck or helpless when it comes to supporting your child through bullying! Are not getting the support from your child's school! Are wanting to set your child up with life skills to handle conflict! Find me on socials @thecourageedition Join the Bully Proof Academy here: https://www.thecourageedition.com/BPA  Find out more: https://www.thecourageedition.com/joinus  Freebies: https://www.thecourageedition.com/freebies  This podcast was brought to you by On Track Studio. www.ontrackstudio.com.au @on.track.studio For advertising opportunities please email hello@ontrackstudio.com.au

    21 min

About

I’m Kimberly, anti-bullying advocate and a mother to two beautiful kids. A qualified education and communications expert who went from being bullied, dealing with the trauma of it, to teaching kids how to deal with conflict. Each week, I'll be releasing episodes that give you actionable and practical advice that you can decode and explore the multiple pieces of the puzzle for overcoming bullying and friendship conflicts. I'm here to help you parent courageously, using strong emotional support tools to help your child build inner strength and self-worth. Follow me @thecourageedition