January 24, 2025 - Encouragement for Those Who are Bullied

Today I want to say a few words about bullying. First of all, if you are being bullied, I am SO sorry. Please know the things the bullies say to you are not true. The way they treat you and exclude you is not okay. You do NOT deserve to be bullied. The truth is you matter and you make our world a much better place.

I have been bullied - as a child and even as an adult. Sadly, our world does have bullies in it - even in our White House. But, there are things we can do when bullied - I found the following helpful information online at this link - 

• Tell a trusted adult.
• Ignore the bully and walk away. Bullies like getting a reaction. If you walk away or ignore them, you're telling them that you don't care.
• Walk tall and hold your head high, Using this type of body language sends a message that you're not vulnerable.
• Don't get physical. You're more likely to be hurt and get into trouble if you try to fight a bully. Work out your anger in another way, such as exercising or writing it down (make sure you delete or tear up any emails, posts, letters, or notes you write in anger).
• Practice confidence. Practice ways to respond to the bully verbally or through your behavior. Practice feeling good about yourself (even if you have to fake it at first).
• Find your true friends. If you've been bullied with rumors or gossip, tell your friends so that they can help you feel safe and secure. Avoid being alone, especially when the bullying is happening a lot. 

If you check the link above, you will find more helpful information. Now, I know it is difficult to do some of these things - especially if you feel alone. I am SO sorry you have to deal with bullies and the pain which comes with being bullied. Please know there are safe people out there - it may be difficult to find them, but don't give up looking until you do find them. As I said above, please know the things the bullies say to you are not true. The way they treat you and exclude you is not okay. You do NOT deserve to be bullied. The truth is you matter and you make our world a much better place.

I wish you were not being bullied, but if you are - of if you are not being bullied, once again I want to send you my virtual "hug" for today - You matter. You deserve to be loved and are loved - I love you! You make our world a better place - we need you in this world. I hope you have people around you who tell you these things, but if not, please let me be someone who does. Yes, I said this yesterday, but these words are true and will always be so. You will find the video for this post at the following link.