13 Inspiring Quotes to Help You Deal with Bullying ...

1. Love Doesn't Hurt

This quote by Dan Pearce is one of my favorite quotes to help you deal with bullying. It reminds me that the problem with bullies isn't that they don't like you – they simply hate themselves. While it isn't a good excuse, it helps you place the blame where it belongs, with the bully. Instead of seeing yourself is damaged, you see the bully as the damaged one.

2. Sand Paper

Chris Colfer had it right when he said this. Don't let the bullies beat you down. Instead, let them polish you into a a beautiful diamond. When all is said and done, you'll shine and they'll always remain in your shadow. It may take time, but the people who hurt you will one day envy how amazing you are. Remember, sand paper wears out, but you don't have to.

3. Fire and Smoke

This simple quote by Benjamin Disraeli is incredibly powerful. Bullies are just smoke that fades away. Being courageous in the face of bullying is like a fire than can't be tamed. What's more impressive – fire or smoke? Fire is always the stand out. Don't be afraid to shine bright and watch the smoke fade away.

4. Obligation to Be an Individual

Eleanor Roosevelt said some very wise words in her time. Bullies target individuals for being different. Despite what they do or say, it is your right to be who you are. It's individuals who change the world, not bullies. Bullies just want to be like everyone else. Don't let them tame your individuality. The world needs it.

5. Enemies Are Good

Winston Churchill actually makes being bullied sound like something to be proud of with this quote. In fact, if you've been bullied, it likely means you have stood up for something. Bullies hate when someone stands up for themselves. Standing up to them means you're stronger, no matter what happens. Believe it or not, having enemies isn't a bad thing.

6. Higher Ground

Jeffrey Benjamin gives us all a great reminder of the difference between bullies and their victim. The victims will always rise to higher ground and better things. The bullies will always end up going nowhere. Pushing others around gets you nowhere in life. Being strong and never giving up gets you everywhere.

7. Heroes

I love this quote by Denpa Kyoshi. When you're bullied, there isn't always someone around to save you. This means you have to be your own hero. Stand tall and be yourself no matter what anyone else says or does. If you have the chance to help someone else, do it. The one thing bullies can never destroy is a true hero. They're always true to themselves.

8. Never Be a Victim

Tim Field said it perfectly. You're only a victim if you let yourself be bullied into being silent. The bullies can't win if you never become a true victim. Never let your voice be silenced. Speak out for yourself and others. Stay true to you. It's the surest way to remain victorious.

9. Limited Perceptions

This is a beautiful quote by Virginia Satir. Victims often let bullies change them. Bullies simply can't get past their own limited perceptions to see your inner beauty. Maybe they're jealous or insecure. It doesn't matter. What does matter is never letting a bully define who you are. You're stronger than they are and you have a right to define yourself.

10. Something You're Not

I love this quote from Abigail Breslin. Bullies love to try to change you into what they want. You should never be what others want you to be. Be who you are. Stay strong in your beliefs and work hard for what you want no matter what others might say.

11. Do What's Right

Rosa Parks has always been inspirational. This quote is a prime example of why. Many victims of bullying stop doing what's right because they're afraid. Don't let the bullies win. If you're right, be strong and don't fear. In the end, you will win. The fight may be hard, but it is worth it.

12. Music

I've never found who said this amazing quote, but I love it! While some songs speak to us, others are just noise to be turned off. Think of bullying the same way. They're just background noise to be ignored. Focus on the good music around you and watch the bullies fade away.

13. Take Back Control

I love this quote from Will Smith. Bullies are nothing to you. They don't help you in any way. Why let them control how you think and feel? Take back control. Be the master of your own emotions and thoughts. The less control a bully has over you, the less power they have overall.

Bullying isn't an easy thing to deal with. Reading inspiring quotes was always helpful to me and I hope it helps you in some way too. No matter what, stay strong and if possible, find someone to stand strong with you. What are some of your favorite anti-bullying quotes?