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I suppose most of you guys here were nerds when you were young. So how had you enjoyed your school time? Were you all Lisa Simpsons and Martin Prince?
Brilliant The irony is strong with this thread.Ryan_m_b said:Do you not see the problem with starting a thread about bullying and including both the term "nerd" and a comparison to an overweight unpopular character?
Ryan_m_b said:Do you not see the problem with starting a thread about bullying and including both the term "nerd" and a comparison to an overweight unpopular character?
The negative connotation of the word "nerd" seems to be rather predominant in America but I don't know about other places. I don't know how predominant the negative connotation of "nerd" would be in for example South Korea given that unlike the US, it is absolutely devoted to the very idea of secondary education.dipole said:I hate the term "nerd", and I hate how people feel so comfortable looking me in the eye and calling me one like they think it's a compliment after they find out I'm doing my graduate study in physics.
Turion said:Nerd: an intelligent, single-minded expert in a particular technical discipline or profession.
I take being called a nerd as a compliment.
The only people who think nerd is an insult is those who follow anti-intellectual culture which I couldn't care less about. As far as I'm concerened, they're like animals.
Moose_Ryder said:I suppose most of you guys here were nerds when you were young. So how had you enjoyed your school time? Were you all Lisa Simpsons and Martin Prince?
I had a couple of kids in elementary school that called me an egghead and a teacher's pet for always making straight A's, getting chosen for special projects, my cars and planes made from model kits always made the display case, my freelance art was always exhibited, as were my book reports. Even imaginary ones I made up because I made the art first, so had to write a book to go with it. Ten Years old. Teacher: Evo, we can't find a book by that name or an author, we want to place the book with your art. Evo: <sniff> I lost the book, maybe that's not the name, I thought that was the author. Teacher: Oh, don't cry, it's ok, it just wouldv'e been nice, but not necessary. I was bad. I know others here said they did the same thing.Jozape said:I am still a nerd, am proud to be a nerd, and have been bullied only through the internet. I am going back to College for the first time in years this Fall though, so I could still end up a bully magnet for all I know.
Choppy said:It's been a while since I watched the Simpsons, but isn't that Martin being the bully in that picture?
Anyway - yes I was bullied in school. I had kids chase me home from school, kick me, tease me, purposefully exclude me from games, spread rumours about me, etc.
I think most people experience bullying in one way or another at some point in their lives. But people react to it in different ways. Some are born with an innate ability to handle bullying, while others need to learn it. I was in the latter category.
Unlike the stereotype, I don't think bullies pick on kids that are necessarily smarter or more interested in science. I saw other kids who got bullied and, anecdotally speaking, the ones who got it the worst weren't the shiniest apples in the basket.
I think bullies chose their targets more or less at random and when a subject gives the kind of response that the bully derives some satisfaction from, the bullying escalates.
Interestingly someone attempted to bully me in the workplace a few years ago. Fortunately I was able to resolve the issue quickly and effectively.
dipole said:...who is perceived as weak, socially inept, and unattractive?
PhizKid said:I'm in college now and I still get bullied
Jozape said:... and have been bullied only through the internet.
Bullying is defined as any unwanted aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. This behavior is repeated or has the potential to be repeated over time.
I was not physically bullied at school, but I did experience emotional bullying. This included name-calling, spreading rumors, and exclusion from social activities.
Being bullied at school had a negative impact on my self-esteem and confidence. It also made me feel isolated and anxious, and it affected my academic performance.
Yes, I did report the bullying to a teacher. However, the issue was not properly addressed and the bullying continued.
I would advise them to reach out to a trusted adult or friend for support. It's important to remember that the bullying is not your fault and to seek help in addressing the situation. Also, surround yourself with positive people and engage in activities that make you feel confident and happy.