What Is a Bullying Pass-by Nibble?

Posted by Whitehall Abbey on November 9th, 2007 in · 0 Comments

What the heck is a "Pass-By Nibble?", you’re wondering. It’s something that both sharks and bullies do before they go in for the kill. Both test their potential victims out first by gently taking a nibble. Sharks do it with their teeth. Bullies do it with off color remarks and other, very harmless sounding comments…

Bullying by Leaving You Out: What to Do?

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What would you have done in the following circumstance? Here’s a scenario a client of mine told me about. She wasn’t happy with the way she’d handled it and wanted my input.

Beverly’s Dilemna - Everyone in the office, from the boss down was taking "shots" at Beverly…

Aren’t Ready to Speak Up to the Bullying Yet?

Posted by Whitehall Abbey on October 24th, 2007 in · 0 Comments

Don’t want to speak up to the bully yet? Too scared? Too unsure? Don’t worry. There’s actually something you can say that’s not quite a comeback, but it’s not just "taking it" either. It’s called, "Parroting." You don’t have to feel brave or sure of yourself to do this…