>We can’t do anything. First off, I object to telling people they are powerless to stand up for themselves. Everyone can, and *should,* stand up for themselves. When was the last time you tried? The tense of your language all sounds hypothetical. Like you've played this out in your head, but not IRL. And if I'm wrong, I apologize. I'm not suggesting hitting someone. And the conditions will dictate how you respond. But, in my experience, not standing up for yourself is the worst option. Years later, the memories that stuck with me the most were the shame of times I didn't stand up. And when you stand up for yourself, you're going to be surprised by your peers. You might even be surprised by the bully. Don't approach it as a conflict. It's not a fight to be won. It's about what you allow. If you want to share specifics, the community here can help. We're here to support each other.