Should we use the word “Bully?”
Is It correct to say the word ” Bully” when trying to teach or talk to children about bullying or it is better to use another word?
Don’t Ever Ignore a Bully
The advice everyone gives about how to deal with a bully is wrong. There. I said it. Someone had to. To get a bully to stop you need to remove their reward. You don’t do that by ignoring them.
Compassion? For Bullies?
Whenever I tell people that the best way to stop bullying is to be compassionate, people tell me I’ve lost my mind. There is a reason every major religion and philosophy teaches compassion. It’s a powerful tool for managing interpersonal dynamics. Use it. It won’t make you weak. It will make you strong.
Reporting is Just the First Step
Reporting a bully doesn’t make them stop. It is a necessary first step, but it’s just that, a first step. If you really want to stop bullying, you need a strategy.