How do I stand up for myself?

We've all reached that point where enough is enough. The best way to stand up for yourself is to confront that which tries to knock you down. When you confront it and learn why it is a problem, you can begin to solve the problem.

You can begin standing up for yourself by stating your points such as if you are being called names, then tell them how it hurts to have those things said. Even if you getcriticized for it then you know you were right and feel so much better for standing up for yourself.

Look at who ever is saying something you don't like and smile at them and walk away, that's the best thing you can do, or say don't judge me until you absolutely know your perfect.

First you should work on building a great self esteem and confidence system. Then, just go for it. Keep your head held high and don't give up.

Posture can make a huge difference - it gives off a sense of confidence (even if you're internally afraid or unsure), and it can also work backwards to give yourself a sense of security in your actions as well. Good luck! :)

Become confident! You haven't done anything wrong. Keep your head high and don't be intimidated by others. They have no right to judge you as you are your own self! Don't be cowered down and be proud of who you are.

show them that you are strong enough. everyone is strong but we have to show it. we all can stand for our selfs, remember that you will only have your self at the end

There's two ways, vocally or physically. While it is not recommended that you go down the physical route, it might end up being the only thing you have when it comes down to a "fight or flight" situation where you have no choice but to take it physical. Keeping anything negative like bullying for example a secret isn't good as if anything does occur between you and the harasser, you have no proof and they can easily blame you so it is recommended you tell at least one person you trust about the situation so that they can state how long it's been going on for and back you up.

Think positive you are just afraid that it would get worse but it won't if you stand up for yourself your confidence will increase especially if you are a shy person

This is a question that has long plagued me, as I was incapable of standing up for myself in conversations or arguments. The first step for me was to accept and actively like who I was. If you are not accepting yourself, it is in my experience practically impossible to stand up for yourself. Ever since I learned to love myself, I have been able to fight for my rights.