bullying

Bullying is an issue that is more serious than most people think. Though it is seen all around us on the street and in media, many still do not recognize it as an issue. That is, till they see the effects on their own children. It is unfortunate that negative events must happen for society to want to take action. In recent years, more people are fighting and educating others against bullying. Organizations such as stopbullying.gov and even it gets better, have been created to inform, campaign against, and even aid teenagers who are victims to bullying.

Bullying comes in many forms, some less noticeable than others. It is used to make another individual feel low and unimportant.

Physical bullying-seems to be the most noticeable type of bullying. The bully in this situation tries to physically dominate another by fighting, punching, kicking, or any other physical act that is harmful. This method also is used to instill fear in their victim, or make them do something they otherwise would not do.

Verbal bullying-can be un noticed for a long period of time. Especially since others may not see the bully in the act. This is usually used to break down another’s self image. Verbal bullying includes constant teasing, degrading comments, and the use of a lot of sarcasm. This hurts the victims’ feelings and/or embarrasses them in front of other peers. This is also emotional bullying in a way. The bully will use any method, including verbal, to hurt another’s feelings.

Cyber bullying- is on the constant rise due to the increase of internet use. Instant messaging (IM), email, texting, and social networks such as facebook and twitter are all used in cyber bullying. This form of bullying is also used to embarrass and even humiliate another. Cyber bulling can be especially bad since it is hard to find a completely safe place online. Once something is uploaded whether it be a message or picture, it can never be completely taken off.

Physical bullying is most common with males where as females usually take to emotional and verbal forms of bullying. Females are also more likely to rejection as a way to bully another. Around thirty percent of teens in the United States have been involved in bullying whether they are the bully or the ones being bullied.

There are many ways to combat bullying. Telling an adult is the best way for younger children, but for teenagers, it may depend on the type of bullying. For instance, if the bullying is escalating toward a physical threat, from either side, then an adult or authority figure should be told. This is especially important because a repeat victim may want revenge which can be extremely dangerous.

Surviving a bully can be difficult. Some suicides unfortunately have developed from prolonged bullying. But it is possible to deal with. Walking away and ignoring the bully is a good way to show them that their behavior does not bother you. Most bullies do things to cause a scene or get a reaction from the victim and people around them. Holding back on your anger, talking, and finding your true friends can also help deal with a bully.

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We are The Same

When I look at you,

I see myself in the mirror.

Fighting through clouded days,

Hoping they get clearer.

She shouldn’t have to cry,

How come no one hears her.

He has his dreams,

Wants to fly,

But its as if the devil is standing nearer.

And it got weirder.

When our roll models do wrong.

But we refuse to let that get in our way.

So we stand strong.

But for how long?

Even Hercules’s legs grow tired.

Wars will never stop,

And some simply cant get hired,

Or they’re getting fired.

Even if you start to move higher,

You still feel the heat,

Because hell is getting hotter.

A dragon that harry potter couldn’t slay,

And no one was there to save the day.

So try to sprout wings and take off,

Like a crow at play.

But don’t go too far,

Less you drift off into outer space.

vampire virtues: the prologue

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thank you germany :)

This is just a simple post of thanks. This goes out to everyone who has shown his or her support by visiting my page. This really means more than you may think. Special thanks go out to the great country of Germany. I noticed that Germany is the second supportive country in the world that actively visits, or maybe happens upon my page. To be honest, I have received more support from Europe in general than the United States, which is where I reside. It makes me wonder. Has the United States really become so self absorbed that they cannot even recognize talent? I know that money is important, but the arts should never be forgotten on the level that is has.

 

So once again, thank you Europe, and especially Germany.

Whispers

At night,

the wind howls from the mountains,

but your voice is all I hear.

Whispering my desires,

calling out to my fate.

It is cold,

and I quake,

and try to hide from your hideous face.

To my utter misfortune,

you continue to haunt my heart,

tearing apart my mind,

running my emotions dry.

Taking what little time,

I had to think about my life,

before you decided to take it away.

Still I follow you,

like a lost dove.

Or I try to.

It must be love.

Why else would I trudge through this heartache?

Your plague spreads on the winds of your voice.

do i truly,

have a choice?