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      <![CDATA[It’s scary, but you can learn how to stand up to a bully – and come out on top. ]]>
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          <![CDATA[Phrases like "cut it out," "back off," or a firm "stop!" can catch the bully off guard. Remember, bullies tend to pick on those who don't stand up for themselves.]]>
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          <![CDATA[<p>Phrases like &#8220;cut it out,&#8221; &#8220;back off,&#8221; or a firm &#8220;stop!&#8221; can catch the bully off guard. Remember, bullies tend to pick on those who don&#8217;t stand up for themselves.</p>]]>
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          <![CDATA[Respond to a bully’s taunts with a funny comeback. For example, if someone makes fun of your clothes, say, "I didn't ask for your opinion, but thanks for caring," or "I don’t dress to impress you, so don't worry about it."]]>
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          <![CDATA[<p>Respond to a bully’s taunts with a funny comeback. For example, if someone makes fun of your clothes, say, &#8220;I didn&#8217;t ask for your opinion, but thanks for caring,&#8221; or &#8220;I don’t dress to impress you, so don&#8217;t worry about it.&#8221;</p>]]>
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          <![CDATA[When using humor to respond to a bully's taunts, keep it light – being mean or using curse words will only make matters worse.]]>
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          <![CDATA[<p>When using humor to respond to a bully&#8217;s taunts, keep it light – being mean or using curse words will only make matters worse.</p>]]>
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          <![CDATA[Don't get physical, even if the bully deserves to be hit. Violence will only make things worse — and may even get you in trouble. ]]>
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          <![CDATA[The perfect time to stand up to a bully is when there are people around who can take your side. ]]>
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          <![CDATA[If the bullying gets to be more than you can handle, speak to an adult about it—try a parent, teacher, or security guard. You have the right to feel safe.]]>
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          <![CDATA[Nova Scotia, in Canada, has proclaimed the second Thursday of every new school year “Stand Up Against Bullying Day.”]]>
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          <![CDATA[<p>Nova Scotia, in Canada, has proclaimed the second Thursday of every new school year “Stand Up Against Bullying Day.”</p>]]>
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          <![CDATA[Sunflower seeds are as delicious as the hard shell surrounding them is off-putting. But once you learn this cracking technique, eating them will be a breeze.]]>
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          <![CDATA[Clearing the table after dinner is a great way to help your mom and dad and say thanks for a great meal.]]>
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          <![CDATA[Who needs diamonds or pearls when you can make beautiful jewelry from flowers you find growing right in your own backyard?]]>
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