What should you do when you are bullied?

1. Keep reminding yourself that you do not  have to put up with bullying. 

2.  Love yourself as you are.

3.   Don't be afraid to share with your parents what you think needs to be done.

4.   Talk open and honestly with your parents or a trusted adult about your mistreatment.

5. Do not retaliate.

6. Realize that you are not expected to deal with the bullying alone.

7. When possible, stay calm  and cool and do not let the bully know that he/she has upset you.

8. Keep in mind that no one deserves to be bullied.

9. Avoid the bully as much as possible.

10. Try not to be alone anywhere.

11. Do not let those who bully you make you feel bad.

12. Talk to someone about what has happened.

Tips for Making and Keeping Friends

1. Reach out

    2.  Get involved.

    3.  Be a volunteer.

    4.  Let people know that you're interested in them.

    5.  Be a good listener.

    6.  Risk telling people about yourself.

    7.  Don't be a show-off.

    8.  Be honest.

    9.  Be kind.

     10.  Don't just use your friends as sounding boards

            for your problems.

    11.  Do your share of the work.

    12.  Be accepting.

    13.  Learn to recognize the so-called friends you can

          do without.

    

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