The Myth-Bullying Tery

Currently, our media is full of stories of bullying and the consequences, sometimes devastating. Fortunately, he mobilized a lot of people in action, and now there are many resources and tools that can greatly help our community to overcome this problem. During my research, it became increasingly clear that to avoid being exposed to bullying in one form or another is almost unknown. This is an exciting part of the news. Technically, if you are the target of attention of a tyrant or feel intimidated now, most people you admire and aspire to be, to have been exactly the same place as you. They overcame bullying because of how they choose to feel to be targeted. To help break the pattern of intimidation and understand, here are 5 more basic common myths:


1. Myth - strong people are Bullies

Truth - For a person to demonstrate the need to dominate another person, they must first experience a sense of lack within. A bully, by definition, is seen as "less" and use bullying as a way to increase their sense of self-esteem, dominant or overwhelming other.

The strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will - Mahatma Gandhi.

2. Myth - The weak people attract bullying

Truth - The irony is that the attackers (or perpetrators) are often attracted to people who possess the same qualities that do not. The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the house - Confucius

3. Myth - Bullying is a school problem

Truth - In conjunction with bullying at school, there are many other ways these abusive behavior can manifest itself; Some parents use intimidation or aggression against their own children, children bully siblings and / or parents, spouses use abuse / violence to others, free sports intimidation coaches, sports bully and intimidate the parent bank, professional athletes use intimidation as acceptable tactics sports, team bosses intimidate governments corporations, governments intimidate each other, and countries go to war.

Mastering others is strength. Mastering you is true power - Lao Tzu

4. Myth - It's a shame to be bullied

Truth - There is no shame in being the target of bullying, in fact, from a certain point of view, can be regarded as a somewhat distorted compliment. The question might be; "How will you deal with this situation and remain firmly steadfast in their own personal power?"

Physical force can never withstand permanently the impact of spiritual force - Franklin D. Roosevelt

5. Myth - Bullies are bad people

Truth - Bullies are often people who have suffered significant threats in their own lives. Bullies are usually victims that attack. This is not to condone or support their actions; it simply helps to develop a broader perspective.

You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength - Marcus Aurelius

Call to Action

If you, your kids or anyone you know bullying is slightly or severely, now is the time to act and change intimidated bright. When the question "Why do bullies bully me" the simple answer and a small cut is "because they can."