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is the bullying just verbal or also physical? For the verbal sometimes it helps to have a comeback. For example if they say "that shirt is ugly" say something like "thank you for your opinion, but I like it" and then make a truthful comment about how you feel about theirs. It usually is not the reaction they are looking for and when that happens they often stop.

Good advice,if it is verbal hit them with a good comeback.I know it's hard sometimes when your in the moment and it's hard to think of one or you freeze.I know this sounds weird but practice when your on your own,hit them with some sarcasm to shut them up.Bully's are weak and don't like there own faults pointed out.I'm not saying if you can't beat them join them but throw it back once or twice,show them up and that might stop them.I know we never really forget what they say and it cut's deep but remember they are the one with the problem and are just scared of there own faults so much they want to point other people's out.Chin up :)

What great advice here already! I did not learn to give a good comeback when I was young, but it's probably the best first line of defense. And unfortunately, bullies grow up to be grown-up bullies, so you might as well practice deflecting them now.

Bullying is *much more* about the bully than it is about you or any other target. If somebody called you a horse you probably wouldn't doubt yourself and go buy a saddle and a feedbag just in case it might be true. But bullying *can* make you question your worth. The repetition gets to be such a grind. But fundamentally, bullies are afraid of looking stupid themselves and will stop bullying you if you stand up to them with a sarcastic response. It makes them look foolish in public, and that's one thing they absolutely can't take.

If the bullying becomes physical, though, or if anyone even threatens to hurt you physically, you should talk with an adult you trust -- a parent, a teacher, a school counselor.

Lot of good thoughts coming your way ....
Raven2009

Can you homeschool or go to an online virtual satelite school (many are free)?

I have to agree with those who have said a good verbal comeback is the best defense for a verbal offense. Plus, the sharper the words the deeper the cut. It is an extension of the Chinese principal for you block and strike at the same time. If you saw the movie "The Karate Kid" with Ralph Machio, made in the 1980s, you will see a little drum toy that was used to explain this principle to him. This is always a good tactic to use.

Another thing that I have found is that positive self talk can help counter their negative. Say, for example, they call you a slut. Think to yourself " am I?" If you are, except that and go on. If you are a virgin, then ignore it and remind yourself how stupid they are. Most of the time you will find that they show their ignorance and their comments. I usually find this most amusing when it comes from the mouth of KKK members. :-)

When it does go physical, the best defense is physical.

Hope this helps some and take care of yourself. Just remember, you are never alone. :-)

i understand mine has been going on since second grade and i am in tenth grade. it was all verbal but no one was below tripping and pushing me around.