How Do You Stand Up To A Bully?
Never let a bully push you around again. STAND UP TO THAT BULLY. Follow these stops and never get bullied again. Be assertive Phrases like “cut it out,” “back off,” or a firm “stop!” can catch the bully off guard. Remember, bullies tend to pick on those who don’t stand up for themselves. Have a funny comeback Respond to a bully’s taunts with a funny comeback. For example, if someone makes fun of your clothes, say, “I didn’t ask for your opinion, but thanks for caring,” or “I don’t dress to impress you, so don’t worry about it.” Don’t get violent Don’t get physical, even if the bully deserves to be hit. Violence will only make things worse – and may even get you in trouble. Tell an adult If the bullying gets to be more than you can handle, speak to an adult about it-try a parent, teacher, or security guard. You have the right to feel safe.
Whether you’re a student or an employee, bullies seem to exist in all forms in our society. You may be the one who’s taken out on the basketball court and punched in the nose or the one who does all the work while your coworker takes credit. Follow these simple tips to stand up to a bully and you’ll be free of them in no time. Humanize them. Bullies are human just like you are, and everyone has something that bothers them. Find out what bothers your bully and focus on that any time they try to intimidate you. By realizing they’re dealing with their own problems, you may gain confidence you didn’t know you had. Outnumber them. Rarely does a bully only have one victim, so gather forces. There is power in numbers. Determine to form together to stop the bully in their tracks. Be kind to them. Most bullies get their joy in watching you suffer, so be kind to them instead. It may not work the first few times; but if you show them that they don’t have control over your moods, they may eventual
