This latest volume, which is scheduled for release in October, will include contributions from Gran, Murphy, and other experts in various industries that address the growing problem of bullying.

“I’ve seen how bullying has become more prevalent over the years,” comments Gran. “It is crucial that we build up our kids with confidence. It starts with family and then into our community.”

“Look around at the Middle Schools and High Schools,” says Murphy. “There is an entire generation of Lost Children. They are bullied at school, and have no idea how to fix it. We must provide them and every child with the solutions to end bullying. Participating in making each child BULLYPROOF, who will then help others become BULLYPROOF, who will then help others, this is how I can help them,” 

BULLYPROOF: Unleash the Hero Inside Your Kid, is a project started by Alex Changho, a martial arts professional and business coach.

“There are many programs out that are meant to help parents and kids deal with bullying,” says Changho. “But so many of them are designed to ‘keep the peace’ or ‘reduce conflict at schools’ instead of actually addressing the real problem. The problem is not bullying in itself. The problem is the negative effects that bullying has on kids. The solution is to bullyproof the individual, by empowering more people, and helping them feel great about themselves. When inevitably the bullying happens, it will be ineffective.”

Gran and Murphy’s involvement in the BULLYPROOF project will bring an effective, working solution to the families of Seattle. Along with the release of the book, they will hold free workshops, resources, and training for the community.

For more information about DJ Gran and Lorena Murphy’s Black Belt Academy, email info@seattlemartialarts.org.