1. Do you think bullying is a serious problem in your school or community? Why or why not?
I believe that to be true, not only in my community, but in every community. Bullying affects every age/gender group, every race, and every social class. It twists what the victim feels and how they look at life, while the act of hurting another does no good to the person inflicting such pain. In the order our world has naturally set up the term bullying is seen as a necessary evil. The result is a downfall of a large percent of people, does that seem to aid society as a whole? No? Then it's ongoing existence can be identified as a serious problem.
2. How do you think bullies feel when they demean someone else?
They feel temporarily empowered, then they turn to what guilt they have and on various occasions make themselves feel worse. I can say this without doubt because at times I am a bully, as are you, as is the last person you spoke to. We all are, the only difference between people is some strive to hurt others or are unaware versus those who wish to correct what they have wrongly done. This temporary strength is like a high, it's addictive.
3. Do you think it’s possible to make a bully understand other people’s feelings? Why or why not?
Yes, I believe that it is easily possible to make them understand. That doesn't mean that you can make them Cate about others or what they feel. To understand a person's feelings is quite simple actually, our generation has gotten exceptionally good at placing ourselves mentally in another's situation.
4. How do adults in your school or community address bullying? Have you seen adults look the other way?
In my school and community I have seen many adults look away, especially in my school since it is such a small social sphere. The atmosphere, they believe, will address any problems that may arise (such as bullying). There has been a change in this in the past few years. Certain teachers or figures of authority will take a stance. The truth is that it is rarely enforced to the extent it needs to be or for a long enough duration to make an impact.
5. What kind of interventions can young people use to prevent or stop bullying? List three things you could do to defuse a bullying situation.
There are 3 types of ways to defuse the situation. One may either take a direct approach while the bullying is going on, alert an adult and stay out of said situation, or after a scene of bullying meet and acquaint oneself with the person being bullied. All three of these things can change the expected outcome, just depending on what exactly is going on.
6. Do you think you’ve ever bullied someone? if so, what made you stop? What made you want to bully someone again?
Yes, of course I have bullied someone. We are human, we have a natural incline toward it. In my case I just don't think about other's feelings or the results of my actions. I keep in mind thoughts that will hurt others and make mental notes of what I can no longer say and do as well as what I can say to make a person's day brighter.
7. Did any of the facts in the quiz concern you personally? Which ones?
Personally, I am concerned with #4. When reviewing my experience in high school I noticed that our school is modest in the amount of violence the occurs, yet the lack if watchful eye is discouraging.. yet I have absolutely no idea how to encourage those older than me to get involved with what they see, not only discipline but also with those that have been hurt over and over.
8. After taking the quiz, are there behaviors or experiences you have had that you want to change? Describe your feelings, what you might want to change, and how you could go about making that change.
Yes, I know that my selfishness is a behavior I need to rid myself of, in addition to rudeness and most of all, sarcasm. It is unnecessary and causes pain that cannot be taken back. I feel guilty afterward and I know that it is not how God wishes for me to treat my brotherers and sisters. To do so I must put in a lot of effort, meaning it won't be a sudden change, rather a goal that is always changing and increasing.
Feel free to comment about my answers or post you own responses.
Love,
Shannon
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