How do I stop thinking about the names I get called?
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Updated: Dec 11, 2018
starryRiver83
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Feb 16, 2015
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Being called names is not a reflection of who you are, but who the people are who call you the names. It would be easy for me to say 'just ignore them' but we know that is easier said than actually done. What you should do is think about the things you are positive about, and maybe try to think rationally about what is being said to you and write it down. Maybe things like 'well such-and-such said this about my nose but others have said they like it and yknow what I do too'. When you find something negative about yourself, is that because you genuinely don't like it or because someone has bullied you into thinking that you should think negatively about that part of yourself? Always keep the positives in mind. You are you and you are normal no matter what anyone else says.
Anonymous
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Feb 23, 2016
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I focus on the name I want to be call, I allowed myself to feel like I'm important. I pray for them.
YuukiKuran1996
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Aug 23, 2016
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value the opinion of those who matter to you :) I am sure the people who call you names arent nice and dont care about you .. So why care about them and their opinion :) Dont let them bring you down be strong :)
Hotchocolate7
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Jan 16, 2015
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Sometimes, by simply observing thoughts (without judging) and feeling your feelings, you stop obsessing over the thought as the thought loses it's power to control you. The key is to be aware of the thought, that's all. However if you are having trouble sitting still, you can start obsessing over a productive thought instead?
Anonymous
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Mar 18, 2015
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Ask yourself if they are relevant and does the opinion of these people matter. Bullying is very hard and it is certainly not something you can stop thinking about altogether, but there is a way to ensure you get help with this. Have you tried talking to someone about this?
RachaelIsAwesome
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Apr 2, 2015
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You have to start with yourself. You have to believe those names are not true. Change whatever you have to, to get it through yourself.
Deathsnemesis
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May 8, 2015
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What I did when I was called names or insulted was I reversed them and took them as compliments if I was called ugly then I said thanks its better than nothing and bullies got really upset so names don't phase me anymore
MissLilith
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Jun 18, 2015
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What people say is more of a reflection on their character than it is on yours. It's hard to remember when they're saying nasty things about you but in the end you have the moral high ground; anyone can fix their looks but it's a lot harder to fix an ugly personality.
Hanna195
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Jul 20, 2015
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Just remember that everyone is human and you are not alone! you just have to keep thinking no you are not what they say. Bullies will call you names to make themselves feel better, to make them look better in front of their friends so they can keep their so called 'friends'. Deep down they are unhappy and most likely very insecure about themselves or even jealous of you! You might find it hard to believe but it is very true, whether they are jealous of the grades you get or the looks or what you own or your good friends or good family situation. You will be surprised how easily people can get jealous. So at the end of the day you are a better person then they will ever be, at least you don't bring people down to make yourself feel better and that is something you should be proud of :) you are beautiful, kind, smart and down to earth so forget the names they call you!
Anonymous
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Jul 21, 2015
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tell an adult or a person you trust. it is not good to keep things inside. i hoped this helped
you.. :)
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