How do I prevent myself from being bullied by others?

For me, I've learned that no matter what I do, people will always find a way to be mean. What I can control is how much I let what others do effect me. It's not always easy but when it does seem too much to handle, I find comfort in confiding in someone I can trust, whether that's a friend, family member, or coworker. I even find journaling and expressing my feelings in writing can be very helpful. There's no direct answer on how to stop bullies from bullying. But how I react to it truly changes the course of their negativity.