• Don’t react to the bully
• Try to remain calm. Don’t show the bully how you feel
• Show confidence. Even if you don’t feel confident, act like you do
• Look the bully in the eye and tell them to stop, but don’t get into a confrontation. Walk away
• If possible, have a talk with the bully if the right opportunity arises
• Stay connected and hang out with a group – bullies will try to isolate you.
• Involve an adult, someone you trust, or professional person. Talk about it
• Act quickly. The longer the bully gets away with it, the more power they have over their victims
• Don’t blame yourself. The problem lies with the bully, not you.
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