IDENTIFY the difference between jokes and serious statements.

CHOOSE friends with caution. Friends can be bullies, too.

WALK AWAY because your self respect is important to your well-being.

ACCEPT an apology from a bully only when you feel they deserve it.

EXPRESS your feelings appropriately, don’t let it get to the point where you seek revenge.

DOCUMENT any acts of bullying that you observe because journaling can help in problem solving

PARTICIPATE in activities that you enjoy and that you do well.

SEEK HELP and don’t take overwhelming matters into your own hands.

ARCHIVE threatening text, emails, or facebook post in case they’re ever needed later.

FACE your fears by asking yourself what you are really afraid of.