Good luck!

There is a nice way to do this.

Personally, if I have had enough of a certain insult, I might calmly, and with a smile… say: “I’m sorry that you are so unkind, maybe you are unhappy, and insulting others makes you feel better. Maybe you should consider other ways to try and feel good about yourself.”

Then…I would ignore them and walk away. Under no circumstances do I encourage this if there is a possibility of things getting out of hand. And of course, you must feel confident ,and in control when you say something like this.

So, find your own way, the one that is comfortable for you, and yet allows you to feel that you know how to stick up for yourself. Peacefully, calmly and confidently.

Good luck honey.

Oh, I hate it when people are mean. It’s so dumb, don’t you think?

I don’t think when people are being dumb and mean that you have to say anything back. Try to ignore them and walk away.

I think a lot of times, people are mean because they are unhappy. Or they are really immature. See if you can hang out with other kids who are nicer, and more mature. Don’t worry about making friends with the cool kids, sometimes they are the most unhappy (and stupidest) of all.

Hope this helps!