“I am learning that bullies cannot break me—because their words are empty, because I matter. I am loved. I am supported. I love myself too much for someone to tear me down.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“Do not stand up against a bully alone. If your teachers don’t listen, tell someone who you trust. Let them be aware of the situation, regardless of whether or not it is ongoing. Let them know every single time it happens.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“I was being drilled again, for something someone did to me. I followed the rules, told the teacher, and once again—I still got punished for it. How and why did I get in trouble? Wow—what sense does that make? None. None what so ever. Once again, I was being bullied and it was ignored.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“When I was being bullied and called names for years, you all didn’t care. Now all of a sudden I am taking up for myself, it is a problem.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“In a strong relationship, you should love your companion more than you need them.”
Source: Life, the Truth, and Being Free
“We have to keep standing up for ourselves and make a difference. Every voice needs to be heard.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“I was fragile, buried in broken dreams, and felt hopeless because of what my classmates said and did to me… No, it is not fair, not at all. Nearly every single day, elementary school has been a challenge. I have many wishes that I would love to come true but one wish I would like to be granted is for teachers to understand bullying hurts.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“Bullying is a Silent Killer!”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts
“You do not have the power to bully me anymore. I know who I am.”
Source: I'm Speaking Up but You're Not Listening
“I was okay knowing I was getting an education without having friends at school. I made up my mind to be a leader instead of a follower. Kindness is contagious—it should be passed on effortlessly.”
Source: Teachers Just Don't Understand Bullying Hurts