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24 People Share Their Bully Stories After This Guy Tweeted How He Was Introduced As ‘The Only Kid Who Didn’t Bully Me’
Bullying is never OK. While many who are on the receiving end get past it, they never really forget the faces who bullied them and how it made them feel.
What is more, they also fondly remember the people who, despite being in a position where they could bully (e.g. like being the cool kid in school), chose not to and treated them with respect.
Musician J-Ryz recently shared a story of the latter where he met a guy from high school who introduced him as “the only popular kid who didn’t bully me.” The tweet inspired some others to share similar stories.
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So, a week ago, musician J-Ryz tweeted how he ran into a guy he used to play football with in high school. The guy was with his girlfriend, so he introduced them: “As he’s introducing me to his gf he says, ‘This is John, he was the only popular kid in high school who didn’t bully me. He was actually my friend.’”
He concluded the tweet with “Just a reminder that people never forget how you make them feel.” And it’s true—things like these tend to stick with you for the rest of your life. There are people who have been bullied in school who still remember the names and faces of those who have wronged them.
This has prompted quite a response from the internet. While some jokingly pointed out the humble bragging on J’s part, it has actually inspired many people to share some of their bullying stories.
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deanna woods 4 years ago
It is very terrifying. I still remember some of the mistreatment I endured.
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Robert Bois le Duc 4 years ago
Yeah, I posted a photo of my 1964 Pontiac GTO on my high school site and typed "thanks, Harlow Clark & Jack Turner, I still remember what you did, I still owe you for the body work". They were two rich kids who kicked in the rear quarter panel of my car back in 1973, because I wouldn't sell it to them, and then Harlow had his attorney daddy get him off the charges because "it was an old car and not worth much". Let them read that I remember it all.
While some shared screenshots of texts, others tweeted out their own stories. One person shared how he was bullied by a couple of kids in high school, but one of the bullies—something happened to him, so afterwards this person helped the bully with it, and now they are close friends.
Another tweeter shared how something similar happened to her mom: “She ran into this guy and he said “[…] You don’t remember me, do you?” And she said “no, I am so sorry.” He said “my first day of high school, I was the nerdy kid and you were the only person who moved to let me sit with them on the bus.”
Yet another person shared a story with opposite roles: a few years ago, his childhood bully was introducing his girlfriend to this person. He remembered the guy and proceeded to say that the bully, along with his 3 friends, jumped him when he was 16. This prompted the bully to apologize—to a point where he almost started crying.
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Andrea Delden 4 years ago
From what you have said I doubt that that is all you have! You are a kind person! ♥️
J-Ryz’ tweet went viral instantly. As of this article, it has just 800 shy of 500,000 likes with over 60,000 retweets. Screenshots of the tweet were also seen roaming on websites like Reddit and Imgur.
What are your thoughts on this? Have any feel-good bully stories to share? Why not tell us in the comments section below!
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Joshua Seaman 4 years ago (edited)
The sad thing is, most bullies experience domestic violence at home, and the kid probably associated abuse with love and intimacy, so it seemed natural to turn to the kid he bullied when he was in a predicament because he felt more intimate with him.
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Andrea Delden 4 years ago
This reminds me of a boy in college. He would always wait and walk me home (we didn’t live in the safest area of Toronto). I thought that he just wanted company and it wasn’t until years later that I realized he was protecting me! I must get out my old year books and find him to thank him.
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Janet Bird 4 years ago
I had some teachers I still have nightmares about so good for you. On the other hand I had some really good teachers too. I remember them all.
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tangy chip 4 years ago
I was bullied ruthlessly by two lil girls in 5th grade. They pinched me, locked me into a bathroom, held me captive, etc. My best friend saved me by telling the principal when my scared butt didn't! They got in trouble and had to apologize to me in person... and then ignored me for the rest of the year, even when I asked them for a pencil or something. Also, one recently got rejected by her crush... in public! Karma is real!
Gage Franke 4 years ago
Is she anything like she was back then? if so, I think I know why he rejected her...
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Uncommon Boston 4 years ago
My son was popular. There was a boy he played with in grade school who had serious social problems. I would drive him there and saw how happy the boy and his mother were to see him. Years later, I saw the boy at high school graduation. He and his mom looked lonely and a bit lost. My son races over grabs the other boy in a huge, sincere hug in front of the photographer. It is my favorite photo. He told me there is a big copy is in their living room.
Cecilia 4 years ago
When I found out I had brain cancer in grade 5, all my "friends" turned on me and started to bully me instead. What with 2 other recurrences between 11 and 23 y/o, I was never given a break. Thank God most teachers understood and helped me out. I also appreciate that my grandma never judged me or acted any different as well. Thank goodness high school (aka Hell) is long over with
Uncommon Boston 4 years ago
When I had breast cancer, all my female friends disappeared. My male friends were relentless. Texts while I was waiting for doctors, after the appointments or tests, or any other difficult moment. The best, they came over for a nap. We would watch television, then doze off, in our own chairs, but in the same room. Later one of their mothers told me how frightened the guys were, I never knew. They made such a difference in my cancer experience.
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tangy chip 4 years ago
I was bullied ruthlessly by two lil girls in 5th grade. They pinched me, locked me into a bathroom, held me captive, etc. My best friend saved me by telling the principal when my scared butt didn't! They got in trouble and had to apologize to me in person... and then ignored me for the rest of the year, even when I asked them for a pencil or something. Also, one recently got rejected by her crush... in public! Karma is real!
Gage Franke 4 years ago
Is she anything like she was back then? if so, I think I know why he rejected her...
Load More Replies... Uncommon Boston 4 years ago
My son was popular. There was a boy he played with in grade school who had serious social problems. I would drive him there and saw how happy the boy and his mother were to see him. Years later, I saw the boy at high school graduation. He and his mom looked lonely and a bit lost. My son races over grabs the other boy in a huge, sincere hug in front of the photographer. It is my favorite photo. He told me there is a big copy is in their living room.
Cecilia 4 years ago
When I found out I had brain cancer in grade 5, all my "friends" turned on me and started to bully me instead. What with 2 other recurrences between 11 and 23 y/o, I was never given a break. Thank God most teachers understood and helped me out. I also appreciate that my grandma never judged me or acted any different as well. Thank goodness high school (aka Hell) is long over with
Uncommon Boston 4 years ago
When I had breast cancer, all my female friends disappeared. My male friends were relentless. Texts while I was waiting for doctors, after the appointments or tests, or any other difficult moment. The best, they came over for a nap. We would watch television, then doze off, in our own chairs, but in the same room. Later one of their mothers told me how frightened the guys were, I never knew. They made such a difference in my cancer experience.
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