I have already talked about the bad that has come from bullying. Please don't think that all criticism is bad and considered bullying though. There is both good and bad bullying. Bullying can be hurtful just for the soul purpose to hurt you or can hurt but in a way that will make you stronger as a person. Bullying is a touchy subject that is almost always thought of as a bad thing. People automatically think of the stereotypical high school bully beating kids up and taking their lunch money. Although this kind of violent behavior and bullying should be given attention it is important that we realize some of it is important to go through to develop. Teachers and parents do this a lot along with sports coaches. They yell at the kids for doing things in a manner they do not like, for dressing incorrectly, and for making mistakes. This does vary in intensity and manner, but all of it is for the better. The kids may get upset, cry if young and maybe even have second thoughts about participating in whatever it is, but when they stick it out and get back into it they have new knowledge of how to reach the expectations they are given. It isn't just the adults either. Kids give each other hard criticism as well, sometimes more harsh than an adult ever would. They can have more impact due to being from peers. This criticism is more important sometimes to kids for developing skills and expectations for society in their life. The truth they tell each other is hurtful but should not be taken personally. Use it to adapt to society or what ever it is you are participating in so that is can help you become better. Bullying should not be taken lightly. It can be very mean and even meant to hurt you. Verbal and especially physical can sometimes do nothing but make things worse. Do not however thing all hurtful words are a negative thing. People will be truthful and it can hurt, but use it to fuel your strive for success. You can learn valuable lessons from positive bullying. Next time someone gives you a harsh criticism think about it long and hard. Think about if they truly were trying to hurt you or if you can use it in a way to help yourself improve. As always, thank you for reading. (: