I know you’re scratching your head on this one. “Why,” you ask. It’s because they taught me things I never would’ve learned otherwise. And they showed me things that, although weren’t pleasant, were things I would need to know later.
1. They showed me the kind of person I never want to be.
2. They showed me the ugliest side of human nature.
3. They showed me the level of evil humans are capable of.
4. They showed me the types of people I don’t need nor want in my life.
5. They showed me the types of people to always avoid.
6. They showed me what signs to watch out for.
7. They gave me the determination to love myself and to go after what I want in life.
8. They molded me into a good judge of character.
9. They taught me the value of true, genuine friendships and to take no one for granted.
Yes. Although they were brutal people, and none of the bullying they dished out was fun by any stretch of the imagination, my bullies in school taught me all these things. And I hold these takeaways close to my heart today.
It’s hard to look for the silver lining while people are bullying you. However, once you get away from your bullies and the torment is over, not only do you regain a renewed sense of hope, but you also see so much clearer the lessons in what you had to endure.
With knowledge comes empowerment!
Great post, thank you! Completely understandable…
I so appreciate your kind and encouraging words, Stella! 💖
OMG. You nailed it again. You are so right on every account. Instead of asking “why me/” Ask “why not me?” Little do bullies know that they are giving a priceless gift. Thank You!!!!!
You’re most welcome! 😊 And you’re absolutely right! 💯
Great observation. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.
Thank you bunches, Molly! 💖💐🌞
You’re totally right! What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger!
Absolutely! 💯💖💐🌞
I am thankful for what ever has happened, for whatever be the great Bully is doing, but I am a free man. My mind is still
I am powerful.
She is wicked and fool.
My eyes are opened now.
Regards.
Arun🙏😊
Cherie, I too thank all of those folks who mistreated me, abused me. and who ultimately showed me the type of human being I would never ever want to be! Thanks so much for nailing this piece sweetie pie!!! 🥧 Booyah girlfriend!!! 🤜🏼🤛🏼
You’re most welcome, honey! 💖💐 And thank you for always supporting, encouraging, and uplifting me and so many others on WordPress! You’re living proof that, once you learn these lessons, you begin to attract better people your way. 🌺🌻🌞
Oh wow Cherie. 🤗💖🥰 You have spoken some powerful and empowering words my friend. I appreciate it so much. You too are a beacon of support, courage, and healing. Thank you so much for your kind words. They mean more to me than you know. 🤗🙏🏼🌷💖🥰 Hugs and smooches! 😘💖😘
Hugs and smooches coming right back atcha, dahhh-ling! 🤗😘🤗😘💖🌺🌻🌞
Awwwww…🤗💖😊💋🤭
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Great post! I shared it on my Facebook. Each thing we go through in life be it good or bad has the potential to teach us and help us grow. Your post really illustrates the truth of things. One of my young Twitch viewers shared her bullying experience today. I passed this post on to her too. I’m hoping it helps her inside. Being pushed in front of a bus….I want her to see she’s not powerless in what she’s dealing with. Thank you Cherie.
You’re most welcome, Saymber. And my heart breaks for your viewer. Being pushed in front of a bus is not only bullying, it’s attempted murder- God bless and protect her! Thank you so much for sharing this post with her. I commend you for reaching out to her! 💖💐🌺🌻
I agree, being bullied gave me reason to write, and I wouldn’t have published my books.
Absolutely! 💯 I think it gives the majority of authors to write. 😊
This is a great post! Finding the positive in tough situations is hard but a great way to look them!
Thank you so much! 😊 You usually don’t find the positive in any tough situation until after it’s over, or at least I didn’t.
Even the worst have something to teach us.
Absolutely 💯
Really great post, thank you!
You’re most welcome! 💖🌺🌻 And thank you for your kind words and encouragement. BTW, I tried to go to your site and it wouldn’t let me.
I’m very happy! How do you do. ❤🙏😊🌹
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Thank you so much! I followed you.
Thank you very much!
You’re most welcome! 💖
It’s easier
Great post, I completely agree!
Thank you so much! 😊🤗
How wonderful that you chose to turn these negative experiences into something so glorious. Very inspiring! Happy your positive energy is in the world, Cherie!
Thank you so much, Kitty! 💖💐🌺🌞 This means a lot!
Love this 💜 great post as usual!
Thank you so much, Jessica! 💖💐🌺 This means a lot!
It’s hard to be thankful but I totally see your points here!
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Love this perspective! The ‘Goliath’ who propelled me into my purpose – into royalty’.
Amen! 💯🎯👍Thank you so much! 💖 I love your Goliath analogy!
That’s right Cherie! If it does not destroy you then it builds you just like it happened to you and so wish all the victims of bullying can end up just like you…
Thank you so much! 😊 I wish the same for all targets of bullying, that they learn and grow from it!
Absolutely…❤️❤️♥️
Glad that somebody is finally writing about these things.
Thank you so much! It’s something I enjoy thoroughly! 😊😍