Bringing Back the past...

[Amy2]

Hi,

I'm 16 years old. Today I had witnessed a year 7 getting harassed, bullied and abused at school. When I saw that my heart suddenly dropped. It brought back back my past. I had to do something so I stood up for her.. Yeah! it sounds pretty lame me standing up to a group of year 7s. but, I didn't want her to grow up the way I did. (scared to go to school and felt completely alone). She just said to me "don't worry about it, i'm used to it". Since I was angry I had to say something to those brats. So I told them what I thought. Yeah it got me into trouble. But, I used to wish people would've stood up for me. Because I was quiet and shy like her. No one has the right to bully someone just because they've a disability. What is this world coming to? she obviously has a disability but that is what makes her unique, hearing aids are a cool thing.

You never bully someone no matter what they did because you don't know what they're going through. And it will lead to mental illnesses later in life. TRUST ME!! I admit my past stuffed me up and I can't watch a happy little girl turn into someone like me. If you ever pick on someone or do something to hurt them mentally or physically than your a coward. She is now safe and sound with the wellbeing team, and I feel glad for telling someone. If you guys are getting bullied stand up before its to late. Because your all beautiful people and you deserve to be happy.

[Doolhof]

Hi Amy2,

Thanks so much for sharing your story, and even more, thanks to you for standing up to the bullies and helping the girl who was being picked on and making sure she was okay.

As a person who was bullied in the past, I certainly understand how it can feel. I also realise that part of me has developed into a better person due to the bullying. Like you, I watch out for people who are being picked on and try to support them.

Unfortunately bulling happens in all aspects of life from within families, with friends, school mates, in the work place and in the community. I don't know that it will ever be eradicated.

The thing is for those who are or have been bullied is to realise they are not the ones with a problem, it is the bully themselves that has issues.

Wishing you well Amy2. Congratulations to you for sticking up for someone in need.

Cheers from Mrs. Dools

[Amy2]

Hi Doolhof,

Yes, It is unfortunate that some people in this world decide to bully others to make themselves feel better.

I totally understand where you're coming from. Sorry to hear that you had a history of bullying.

Best of luck

Amy2