This new episode of ASK THE GIRLS! finds Samara and Shylah concerned with the increase in fights and general disrespect for teachers at school. The sisters attend middle school in the Nation’s Capital and chose the theme, “Creating Peace in School.”

A few solutions they discuss include:

1.     Trusting in God

2.     Having sympathy for others

3.     Telling the other person what’s bothering you, but do it nicely

4.     Don’t let your emotions take control

5.     Listen to the other person

6.     Try to understand how the other person is feeling.

7.     No name-calling or insults

The girls also shared scriptures that addressed the subject/issue: Proverbs 15: 1-2, Psalm 37: 1-3 and Philippians 4:9. Other scriptures are John 16:33, 2 Thessalonians 3:16, Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 26:3, Matthew 5:9, John 14:27, Romans 12:18, and Colossians 3:15.

Join the girls’ discussion. See if you agree or disagree. How do you handle conflict when it creeps into your life? What rules do you abide by?

The co-hosts of ASK THE GIRLS! are Cynthia Howie, a Maryland resident who teaches in the Prince George’s County Public School System, and Tamara Henry, a retired journalist and college professor who started Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief) with her youngest daughter two years ago.

Listeners, we welcome your comments, reactions, and helpful critique. Email us at [email protected]. Or leave a testimony on the Women of the Word website, https://wordconsultingllc.com.