Anti-Bullying by Rebecca Nicole Sy

Our words are like double-edged swords. If used ethically, they can bring laughter, joy, and comfort. If used irresponsibly, they can foster a hurtful and discouraging environment, which can lead to bullying. 


Bullying happens when someone hurts or scares another person on purpose and the person being bullied has a hard time defending themselves. Bullying is most definitely wrong! This behaviour causes the person being bullied to feel afraid or uncomfortable. There are many ways that young people bully each other, even if they don’t realize it at the time. Some of these include: 


  • Punching, shoving and other acts that hurt people physically 
  • Spreading bad rumours about people
  • Keeping certain people out of a group 
  • Teasing people in a mean way
  • Getting certain people to “gang up” on others

The longer someone is bullied, the more likely they are to develop physical, emotional, and psychological scars that can last over a lifetime. Bullying can be devastating, leaving people withdrawn, shy, and insecure. The victims often do poorly in school due to loss of focus, confidence, or inconsistent attendance, as they try to escape bullies. 

So what can we do to help? Well for starters, before we speak, we must THINK. 

T: Is it true?

H: Is it helpful for yourself and others?

I: Is it inspiring?

N: Is it necessary?

K: Is it kind?

We can use this acronym to help guide us in our everyday lives and express ourselves in the best way possible. 


Here are more helpful tips to help mitigate bullying in our community:


For Victims: Remind yourself that you are worthy of respect and love. Talk to and ask someone you trust for help (parents, a teacher, a counsellor). 


For Bystanders: Don’t ignore the situation. First, tell a teacher or a counsellor. Use your voice and try to stop the situation. Lastly, try to lead the victim away from the situation.


For Bullies: There may be underlying feelings with your actions so try talking to a teacher or a counsellor. Consider your victim’s feelings before you act and put yourself in their shoes. Remember, THINK before you act. 


Let’s lookout for one another and spread the gift of love and kindness. 




Location: Canada

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