Bullying

Bullying can show up in different ways:

Physical Bullying

Hitting, kicking, pushing, or damaging someone’s belongings.

Verbal Bullying

Name‑calling, teasing, threats, or mean comments.

Social/Emotional Bullying

Spreading rumours, excluding someone, making others turn against them.

Cyberbullying

Hurtful messages, posts, pictures, or fake accounts used to embarrass or upset someone.

No matter how it happens, bullying can have a big impact on how you feel about yourself.

You might feel:

• Scared

• Sad

• Angry

• Ashamed

• Confused

• Embarrassed

• Alone

These feelings are normal. Bullying affects your confidence, mood, and sense of safety. You deserve support.

Bullying can also affect your body, especially when you’re stressed:

• Trouble sleeping

• Loss of appetite

• Stomach aches

• Headaches

• Overthinking

• Tiredness

• Difficulty focusing

Your feelings and body often respond together when something’s wrong.

1. Tell Someone You Trust

Talking to someone is the most important step.
A parent, teacher, youth worker, or friend can help you stay safe and feel heard.

You don’t have to deal with bullying alone.

2. Stay Calm and Walk Away

If you can, move away from the situation.
You don’t need to argue or react — your safety matters more than anything.

3. Keep Evidence (for Online Bullying)

Screenshots, messages, or posts can help adults understand what’s happening and step in.

4. Set Boundaries

If it feels safe, you can say:

• “Stop.”

• “I don’t like that.”

• “That’s not okay.”

But you never have to confront someone if you don’t feel comfortable.

5. Be With Supportive People

Spend time with people who treat you with kindness.
Friends who build you up can make you feel stronger and less alone.

6. Take Care of Yourself

Do things that help you feel calm — music, sport, talking, drawing, fresh air, writing, gaming.
Your wellbeing matters.

7. Challenge Negative Thoughts

Bullying can make you believe things that aren’t true.
Remind yourself:

• “I deserve respect.”

• “This isn’t my fault.”

• “I am stronger than this situation.”

You are more than the words or actions of others.

8. Get Help If You Need It

If bullying begins to affect your mental health, ask for more support.
Talking to a counsellor, trusted adult, or youth worker can help you feel safer and more in control.

Bullying doesn’t just hurt feelings — it can damage confidence, friendships, and wellbeing.
When you speak up, you’re not causing trouble. You’re protecting yourself, and sometimes helping others who may be too scared to speak.

Everyone has a right to feel safe, respected, and valued.