"What can I say but THANK YOU! Words cannot express how wonderful it was to have you here at Mepham. The impact of Steven and Christoph’s message on our students, particularly at this time, was truly amazing. Their calming, competent presence made the anxiety created by the presence of the media bearable. I thank you for that. May God continue to bless you in your work."
- John F. Didden, Principal, W.C. Mepham High School, Bellmore, Long Island

"It was a very huge inspiration for me that you came and spoke. Your story really made me change my way of thinking and perspective on life. I realized I can no longer take things for granted and learned to appreciate all good things in my life. I learned not to let the bad things in life get me down, only to let them make me stronger.…Thank you for changing my life."
- Shauna, student, Bronx, NY

"I just wanted to let you know how many people have come to me since yesterday to tell me what a wonderful day they had, thanks to Breaking the Cycle. The assembly and reception were great... For me personally, yesterday confirmed that being a principal is a tremendous opportunity to truly educate the whole child. I think we were able, yesterday, to provide an education we too often neglect – the education of the heart... The students who were touched by the assembly will benefit in ways other than test scores. As educators we should all see the value in that. The books you provided offer a resource for them to turn to on days when life seems to bring on too much, or not enough..."
- Frank McQuail, Principal, John Bowne High School, Flushing

"I would personally like to thank Breaking the Cycle for inviting me to participate in the assembly at Wallkill Senior High School on March 21, 2002 featuring author Johann Christoph Arnold and Detective Steven McDonald. In a time when nonviolent conflict resolution and forgiveness are needed more than ever before, I thought their words were very inspiring to everyone present, especially the students, as seen from the questions they asked during the Q&A period. Your support has made a positive contribution to our community. You can take pride in knowing that through your organization’s fine efforts and generosity, you have helped guide young students toward making good choices."
- Gregory A. Crisci, Detective, Newburgh (NY) Police Department

"Thank you so much for the assembly program and your book. On 9-11-01 we as a nation were shaken, but the strength and faith of our nation came through. We must work against the dark forces that would take innocent lives. However, all of us need to focus on living our lives as constructively as possible. Thank you again."
- The Hon. Susan W. Kelly, Congresswoman (19th District) Fishkill, NY

"Thank you for the photographs of the ceremony at Monroe-Woodbury High School, which I attended. Both Detective McDonald and Mr. Arnold are very inspiring speakers who convey a very good message to all of us… We, too, strongly support the anti-bullying initiatives that several schools have started. Thank you for all of the good work that you do."
- Hon. Francis D. Phillips II, Orange County District Attorney, Goshen, NY

"I would like to thank you for coming to our school and talking to us about violence and forgiveness. You have shown me that forgiveness is very important and that holding grudges and staying mad doesn’t help anyone. I hope that you keep on going to schools because I feel that by talking to teenagers you have the power to save and change many lives."
- Mario, student, Cornwall, NY

"The program was very powerful and appealing. I have never seen our auditorium that silent before. It shows us that we have to make the most of our lives because we never know what might happen. It is hard to understand how it is possible to forgive someone after such a grievous offense. We have trouble forgiving little things. Your message about nonviolence was very inspiring. …"
- Christina, student, Kingston, NY