Being bullied can make school, and life, feel exhausting.

Bullying comes in a lot of forms, and anyone can be a target. It’s never your fault, and staying quiet isn’t your only option. This free guide walks through what bullying actually is, why people do it, and exactly what to do when it’s happening to you or someone you care about, including how to handle cyberbullying and when to bring in a trusted adult.

WHAT’S INSIDE

• The four types of bullying, including cyberbullying, explained simply
• A two-step way to disarm a bully without escalating things
• Why people bully, and why it says more about them than you
• A cyberbullying playbook: save evidence, block, report, tell someone
• How to tell the difference between “mean” and “dangerous”
• How to stand up for a friend who’s being bullied
• A free, confidential Hope Coach to talk with whenever you need one, plus 988 if you’d rather call
• A reminder that you are not what they say