Keeping yourself safe, always stand up to a bully

• Your safety comes before anything else. Be mindful of your surroundings and avoid risky situations when you can. Standing up doesn’t mean putting yourself in danger.
• Bullies want to keep you down. The strongest response? Rise again. Whether the attack was physical or emotional, standing tall shows them their actions can’t break you.
• Once you’ve recovered, make your message clear:
  • Tell them to stop — firmly but calmly.
  • Show confidence — stand tall, hold eye contact.
  • Set boundaries — let them know you won’t be pushed around.
• If the bullying doesn’t stop, create a plan:
  • Report it to someone in authority.
  • Let their friends or family know what’s happening.
  • Confront the bully again, with confidence.
  • Encourage better behavior if you see a chance for change.
• Once you’ve stood up for yourself, you’ll sleep better knowing you didn’t let fear win. Each time you take a stand, you gain strength and take back your peace of mind.

✨ Remember: You’re stronger than any bully. Never let someone else decide your worth.