One way is to sit down with your child and ask questions. And then listen closely to their answers.
- Does anyone ever feel left out at home or at school?
- Why do you think you feel that way?
- Do you ever get the feeling other people don’t like you?
- What makes you feel that way?
- Do you think the person who made you feel that way may be trying to make you feel bad, because he or she feels bad?
- What do you think you could say to that bully that would make a difference in how she or he treats you?
- Do you ever stop to think about how you can handle someone like that bully?
