Learning How To Deal With A Bully
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Learning to Handle a Bully
Introduction
Bullying affects many people at different points in their lives, not just in school but also in workplaces and even neighborhoods. This article shares my experience and how I learned to cope with bullies by using what I call the "nutter card."
My Experience with Bullying
During my school years, I was an easy target due to my speech impediment and being shorter and larger than my classmates. These factors made me a prime focus for bullies, leading to a difficult and depressing high school experience. I kept the abuse to myself and eagerly left school at sixteen, feeling vulnerable and weak.
Bullying in the Workplace
I assumed that bullying would end in adulthood, but I was mistaken. In my office job, I faced challenges due to my stutter, especially with phone duties. One colleague, Gary, made work unbearable. He was popular, charismatic, and loved sharing tales of his weekend exploits that I doubted. Gary mocked my stutter regularly, and though I tried to ignore it, his behavior left me feeling depressed and ready to quit.
Discovering a Strategy
I stumbled upon a book about bullying that introduced the concept of the "nutter card." It suggested that in any setting, you can choose to adopt a persona that intimidates the bully. Most bullies, being cowards, would retreat if confronted strongly.
Confronting My Bully
In an unplanned moment of courage, I decided to confront Gary. Although I couldn’t physically intimidate him, I could leverage the idea of my friends' support. I waited for him by his car, and when he arrived, I confronted him. I told him about my friends who were "a bit tapped" and would fiercely defend me. I warned him that if he continued, they wouldn’t take it lightly. Shaken, I left, unsure of what would happen next.
The Aftermath
The following day, I was anxious about returning to work, but Gary had taken the bait. He left me alone from then on.
Conclusion
Don't let bullies control your life. Find a way to reclaim your power and live free of their influence. Good luck.
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