Your Nasty Words Cannot Hurt Me

You hoped the nasty words you said to me would hurt me so much that like a turtle, I would go into a permanent shell. My parents told me not to give a bully that kind of satisfaction. From all the nasty words you said, guess what? I'm not feeling that bad at all. In fact, I'm doing quite well. Yes, your nasty words hurt me at first, just as you wanted them to. I'm lucky to have parents, responsible adults, and even other kids, who showed me how to handle bullies like you. I don't care what you do anymore. I really don't care what you say. Your nasty words cannot hurt me again. You tried putting me down, but with help from others, I've been lifted up in every way. I see you as a small-minded bully, with no positive direction. I also see you as a kid who could be nice and kind to others, if you decide to change your intentions. Just in case you refuse to change and continue with your bullying ways, declaring that's just how it's going to be, I'm going to do all I can to spread my knowledge to as many kids as I can. Then the next kid you try to bully, hopefully, will confidently say to you, "Your nasty words cannot hurt me." Al Johnson