Every facet of a social sphere includes a bully. As people grow uo and mature, so does the ways and means of bullying. However, this doesn’t mean that bullying should be ignored. Even subtle forms of bullying should not be neglected because bullying is a serious offense that should not be taken lightly.

If you have a friend, a peer, or you know someone who is being bullied in school, in class, or in your social group, yet you do not know how to help him or her, here are some practical tips that can help:

1. Make friends with someone who is being bullied, sit with them at lunch or breaks.

2. If you are being or have been bullied, share your own experiences with someone who is being bullied.

3. Remind the person who is being bullied to never respond to bullying with violence.

4. Report … Report … Report bullying to your parents, school authorities, a favorite teacher, or a guidance counselor. “Ratting” or “snitching” occurs when a student tells about an inappropriate act with the idea of getting another student in trouble. “Reporting” happens when a student tells to protect the safety of another student.

5. Bear in mind that the consequences of not reporting a bully far outweigh the consequences of being called a “rat” or a “snitch.”

6. Learn to realize that we cannot stand by and see others getting hurt and we do not have to let others hurt us.

7. Tell victims that being bullied isn’t their fault and it is not something they should feel ashamed or embarrassed about.

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