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"Your Presentation was an overwhelming success and early indications are that students were empowered and felt that they spent the time engaged in meaningful work. The information and encouragement that you gave were priceless." College of Charleston - Upward Bound Program 

Todd Mathews (right) with Character Courses and Leroy Lewis (left) with College of Charleston

The Peaceful Solution taught me how to handle conflict and that fighting doesn't solve problems. I have learned how to use authority and not abuse it.  Preston W. Age 15

I have more responsibility. It has helped me stop lying, fighting and stealing and I've learned obedience and how to make better choices.     Andrew M. Age 12

The Peaceful Solution has educated me how to deal with my emotions in a stressful situation. Kelvin M. Age 16

My family and I started with the Peaceful Solution Character Education Program some years ago. Before then we all participated in stealing, unknowingly, of course. Having 3 children living in my home and living in a society where there is violence, negative influences everywhere you turn, my husband an I started using this program daily even to this day, to teach our children as well as ourselves ,the importance of showing respect for others and as well as ourselves. The importance of practicing self control with our actions and the hurt it causes others when it is not practiced and also the importance of trespassing on others belongings and even their privacy. This program has been a blessing to my family, anyone can teach it and the program can be used anywhere, whether you're in the car or in a store or maybe just taking a stroll around the park. Using this program daily will do exactly what it says, it changes the heart and mind of a child or an adult.  Kotelia.A. Age 33

The Peaceful Solution has changed my heart and mind in so many ways. I have learned to THINK before I do things that may be harmful to myself and others. Because of this I have peace in my family and other areas of my life. I have learned how to show true love and concern to others and how to treat them with care and respect. I actually see the true value in life and how much peace, treating others as yourself can bring. I can honestly say "There is no peace without the Peaceful Solution" and I am truly thankful for it. Jarmelia L. Age 18

I was introduced to the Peaceful Solution Character Education Program when I was about 14, at that time I was beginning to make poor decisions in my life that was sending me down the wrong path. I had no self control, I didn't know how to handle my emotions and my choice of peers didn't help my situation either. Well, that was 9 years ago. I am now 23 years old and married, and the Peaceful Solution has helped me the whole way. I have developed better self control which helps me in and outside of my home. I still use the basic morals taught  in the Peaceful Solution to help me make it through the day to day grind. In looking back 9 years ago I am very grateful that I was taught the Peaceful Solution, because without it I wouldn't have the joy and peace that I have in my family today.  Gilbert M. Age 23

My son was kicking and punching little girls at school. He had little self control and no respect for anyone.  After learning this program, he is now sticking up for the little girls he used to pick on, it’s amazing! Rebecca Age 31

I have 4 boys that have been taught the Peaceful Solution and all of them have benefited from it, but I see the most difference in my youngest son. He was always in trouble at school and needed help badly.  It took a while, but he finally got it. He is such a different person now, positive and respectful, we are all very thankful, especially his principal… Reah Age 43