Bullying Extends Beyond the Language Barrier

I have been away in Europe for the last 10 days and while I was gone I realized something about bullying. Despite what language you speak, bullying is still being communicated. Words can still hurt even if we do not know what they mean. If one can tell they are being used negatively, then the effect is the same. It all seems to be revolving around ignorance. People can be too ignorant to try and understand others, especially when there is a language barrier in the way. It is crucial that not only as we strive to get rid of bullying in our culture, but that we also try ten times harder to avoid bullying to other cultures. Bullying can come so easy and almost naturally when engaging with people who speak another language. Try hard to understand where they are coming from, where they think you are coming from, and where you actually are coming from. Understanding is key to acceptance. Acceptance is key in the fight against bullying.