ONE out of FIVE people are bullied; but FIVE out of FIVE can help prevent that.
Even though October has been designated as national awareness month,let us not foreget that EVERY month we need to be vigilant and not let ourselves or others fall victum to a bully or bullies. Remember to just walk away and encourage others to do the same. If you see something, say something…. to an adult or leader so that they can do something about it. STAND UP and SPEAK OUT!
Did you know that the Coalition has a program entitled: “Bullying—You Are Not Alone”? We are avaliable to present this vital, and important program to your agency or group. Let us know that you’re interested and we will set up a date.
We all know that we should never let a bully get “under our skin” and fight back, physically. Seek out help and let that person resolve it peacefully.
Recently, however, we heard in the news that a 12 year old boy who was being bullied and went into his families gun safe and got a gun. He then went to the 13 year old boy that was bullying him and shot him. The boy will survive but both their lives will be forever changed.
So, tell someone if you are being bullied and ask them for help. When it gets resolved, you might just gain a new friend. I did and I had a new friend; one that I would catch up with whenever I returned to my home town.
Above all; remenber that You Are Not Alone!
Have a great month! Peace be With You.
Jack Ringland