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Beth T (BethOfAus)'s avatar

My poor brother got mercilessly bullied too. The bullies can certainly pick those of us who are a bit different. As an adult, it’s hard to understand how the bullies can think that these nasty things elevate them in some way. A weird peer pressure? Are they taught at home that this is how you make yourself appear ‘better’ than others?

I was at a Club recently and some fellow was ‘teaching’ his kids that this sort of nastiness was acceptable. It was happening behind me and I heard about it secondhand or I probably would have gotten up and intervened. I can’t wrap my head around how anyone can think that sort of behaviour is acceptable! Heartbreaking.

Anyway, thanks for sharing these memories. I hope that young lady is having a wonderful life. I hope that you also have found happiness. Take care dear fellow. Sending heaps of hugs and best wishes. 🤗🤗

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Ms. Writer's avatar

I've always believed that bullies are people who aren't very happy with themselves. They try to tear down others in order to feel 'bigger and stronger' when in fact they're weak, scared, and probably sad. Of course that doesn't give them the right to hurt others. And the bad part is they often grow up into adult bullies.

I despise the behavior and am sorry that you and so many others have suffered. Our society needs to send a clear, loud message that bullying won't be tolerated and figure out how to teach these people empathy and compassion.

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