Whoa, being "on vacation" has really set me back a bit.... well here we go. I actually think the following passage is really good advice for the issue of bullying.
Ignoring a negative comment about yourself is a better remedy than becoming resentful and planning revenge. Contempt for injuries makes them vanish. If we become angry we tacitly admit the truth of the accusation. Fear of losing our good name is the result of not trusting its foundation -- a good life. Souls firmly anchored on Christian virtue can pay little attention to the torrent of a critical tongue.
Reputation is like a sign. It points to virtue. If your reputation is taken away by wagging tongues, don't be disturbed. Like a beard, it will grow out again. If God permits it to be taken from us, he will either give us a better one or help us with holy humility. -- Francis de Sales: The Devout Life
Near to the Heart of God: July 27
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