Ive been bullied my entire life since 5th grade.  I just wanted it all to stop, all on its own, but i realized that for it to stop, you have to make a move.  A lot of my friends are bullied for the people they are.  They are called names that are horrible, even though most are smart, have great personalities, and have some popular friends.  So i work out a lot so that i can protect myself and others.  Speak out if your getting bullied, dont just sit there and wait for the rainbow after the rain.  Thats what i always say.

Ian, 13, Charlestown, NH

I used to be the bully. but I told myself I wasn't. I would watch out for everyone else, then come home and push around my little brother because I could. I'm a fighter, I was always taught to use what I learned to protect other people, and to never hurt them. One day, I came home after a long stressful day of finals. my bro said something about my mom that was rude and I just went off. He did martial arts too, but I was bigger. he ran to his room, and as I burst through the door, I saw the look on his face. he was terrified. since that moment, I have always protected him. I never lose my temper. True strength lies in the ability to remain calm, and protect those who cannot protect themselves. for my other brothers, Hoorah

John, 18, Colorado

Everyone matters to someone. Whether it is to your family or friends, YOU MATTER! No one deserves to be bullied. Being different doesn't give someone the right to judge you. Nobody knows why you are different and they have no right to judge. Seeing all the bullying on social media makes me not want to have my future kids be in public schools. I hope we can all pull together and change this part of our society. 

Monica, 22, TX