11 ways to tackle bullying

 

What is bullying?

“Teasing becomes bullying when it is a repetitive behavior with the conscious intention to harm or hurt someone. Bullying can make kids feel hurt, scared, lonely, embarrassed, and sad.”.

I have been bullied by my seniors in the school bus. I have been bullied by children in the residential society I live in. It is traumatic when you face it especially if you have never faced it or seen some one face it.

Below tips helped me fight it, I hope they help you too.

 

1.   Talk to your parents

If you are being bullied, it's very important to tell an adult first

Tell your parents the entire story. Parents are here to help and want to know what is going on with you. Your parents, moreover, may then be able to get in touch with teachers, bus driver etc at the school in order to try to stop the bullying. This is important particularly if you don't feel comfortable telling your teacher about it. I told my mother about the same and was relieved.

 

^2.        Bullying incidents should be reported to the school. Inform teachers, principals, and other school helpers.[6] These individuals have the power to get involved and help stop bullying. Sometimes bullies stop as soon as a teacher finds out because they're afraid they'll get in trouble. Teachers are very  important  if you're being bullied. They can protect you from bullying by letting you stay in the classroom during recess or by setting up a buddy to all ways be with you. They can talk to the teacher of the student who bullies you. I did the same once. I informed my class teacher, she inform my bullies class teacher and that boy did not bother me again. Believe me, the system is on your behalf .It's important to let your school know about any bullying incidents because there may be other kids being bullied by the same person.

 

3.   Talk to as many people as possible about it.. Just talking to someone about your experience can bring you a bit of relief. You have to let it out. Good people to talk to include a guidance counsellor, sibling, or friend, parents. They may offer some helpful solutions. Just talking about what you're experiencing and feeling can help you feel less alone.