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Someone Called Me A Bully

Being called out online can feel confronting, especially if you didn’t mean to hurt anyone. Learn what it means to be called out, how to respond calmly, take responsibility, and turn the situation into a chance to learn and grow.

15 Jan 2026

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Adapted from Australia eSafety

A young boy covering his face with his hands, appearing upset and withdrawn

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Stop and reflect – don’t hit back

Delete the content

Apologise

Be open to talking it out

Learn from the experience

Ask for help

Someone called me a bully. What should I do?

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