Bullying makes no sense, it can have long-lasting effects on people who are bullied. Sometimes permanent.
Bullying You know that person you called ugly this morning? Well, she struggles with body images. You know that person you called gay? Well, he is, and has to go home to homophobic parents every day. You know that person you called emo? Well, she has to hide sc@rs from her step-dad under long sleeves. You know that person you called dumb? Well, he is struggling with grades and will never go to college. You know that person you called poor? Well, her family is struggling with money and might get evicted soon. You know that person you called a nerd? He works so hard to get good grades and feels like he should give up every day.