Thread by @MentallyAwareNG

How do you tell the difference between a joke and bullying?
#CyberBullying #ProjectCovidNg /1

All friends joke around with each other, but sometimes it’s hard to tell if someone is just having fun or trying to hurt you, especially online. Sometimes they’ll laugh it off with a “just kidding,” or “don’t take it so seriously.” #CyberBullying #ProjectCovidNg /2

But if you feel hurt or think others are laughing at you instead of with you, then the joke has gone too far. If it continues even after you’ve asked the person to stop and you are still feeling upset about it, then this could be bullying. #CyberBullying #ProjectCovidNg /3

And when the bullying takes place online, it can result in unwanted attention from a wide range of people including strangers. Wherever it may happen, if you are not happy about it, you should not have to stand for it. #CyberBullying #ProjectCovidNg /4

Call it what you will – if you feel bad and it doesn’t stop, then it’s worth getting help. Stopping #CyberBullying is not just about calling out bullies, it’s also about recognizing that everyone deserves respect – online and in real life.#ProjectCovidNg /5

If you are being bullied, we need you to know that you don’t have to be alone. We know how difficult it can be to speak up, and how much damage it can cause to one's mental health. Reach out to us at MANI if you need someone to talk to. #CyberBullying #ProjectCovidNg /6

#CyberBullying is not a 'normal' thing and it should not be thought of as such. Be mindful of your interactions online and respect everyone. Resource material culled from UNICEF. #ProjectCovidNg/7