“To all the ‘different’ kids out there, what’s the worst experience you’ve had with bullying?
I grew up in a low-income household but attended a higher-class school. I didn’t face bullying until 7th and 8th grade, and when it started, it was primarily physical.
In the mornings, some students would take their phones and reflect sunlight right into our eyes, for some reason they found this hilarious.
They also threw food at us! After a half-eaten boiled egg landed in my lunch, we decided to switch tables!
Then there was the assembly where my bullies really crossed the line. As someone with autism, loud noises are overwhelming for me, yet the assembly revolved around cheering. My bullies sat right behind me and my friends and took it upon themselves to lean over, yell in our ears, repeatedly kick our seats, and even pull my friend’s hair. I ended up curled up in a ball covering my ears while a teacher approached me to see if I was okay.
The only thing that made it stop was when my friend got fed up, turned around, grabbed one of the bully’s hats, and tossed it down the seating area. The bully lost it and shouted, “GIVE ME MY HAT BACK!” He ended up in a lot of trouble—not for bullying, but for yelling.
I’m curious to hear if others have faced similar experiences, because bullying seems so prevalent, and schools often do nothing to address it.”
I’m really sorry to hear about your experiences. It’s so tough when people don’t understand the impact their actions can have on others, especially in a school environment where you’re supposed to feel safe and supported. It’s disheartening that teachers often focus on the wrong aspects of situations, like your friend’s response, rather than addressing the bullying itself.
It’s important to talk about these experiences and raise awareness, as many people don’t realize how bullying can manifest in different ways. Your resilience in dealing with that chaos shows a lot of strength. You’re definitely not alone in this—many have faced similar situations, and it highlights the need for more effective anti-bullying measures in schools. Have you found any support or groups that help address these issues?