Over the years, I have met some very interesting people who have been determined to make something of their lives, despite facing challenges that can make everyday life more difficult.
I often find myself asking the same question: why are there bullies in the world?
Why do some people make the lives of others so unbearable? Is it because they are jealous? Is it because hiding behind a keyboard gives them a sense of power?
Or do they bully others because they are struggling with their own insecurities and weaknesses?
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Do they truly understand the impact their actions have on the people they target?
The strange thing is that, sometimes, their attempts to put people down have the opposite effect.
Rather than breaking someone's spirit, they can make that person stronger, more determined, and even more motivated to prove them wrong.
Many people who have faced bullying go on to achieve great things, using those negative experiences as inspiration to build a better future for themselves.
Many thanks
Cllr Iris Andersen
Vigo Road
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