Adults who are bullies

Bullying is one of those things that never really goes away. Kids who enjoyed picking on other people have a nasty tendency to grow up into adults who like picking on people. Also, bullies, as they grow, become more sophisticated. Manipulation, passive agression become their tools rather than pummeling someone or mocking them. It's interesting how often people follow "Do as I say, not as I do." People will tell others don't be a bully, while using the same tactics themselves. For the most part, the advice given to kids is the right advice, stand up to them. Most people who resort to these tactics are cowards, a person willing to stand up to them is enough to make them back down. But, that's not always the case. Some bullies really enjoy the torment they inflict on others. In those cases, getting away from them is the best defense. Cut these people out of our lives.