Shaming and bullying (especially online) can often become a vicious cycle between victim and perpetrator – those who were once bullied can often become bullies themselves. Here are healthy suggestions for how to break the cycle….
It’s human nature to be a psychologist. We’ve evolved to become a very social species, and because of this we’ve developed what psychologists call empathy or theory of mind. This is our ability to attribute mental states – like thoughts, feelings, and intentions – onto ourselves and others. If we see someone smile, we assume…