racism and how to deal with it?

Question

i really don't want to explain the whole situtation, but in school, there was some racism towards me.

it's not like it was random people, it was people i saw everyday, and i really hurt my feelings. its school, i have to see them five days a week.

knowing me, i can't say anything back to them, but take it in, and feel really gay taht i'm this race.

thanks guys for all the answers.

but it wasn't just verbal.
they started to throw stuff at me because i was sitting in the front, and they were sitting in the back. it's embarrassing too because the girl in my class was sitting next to me and i couldn't say anything to her but smile.

*on the school bus

Answer 1

You hold your head up and be proud to be whatever God intended you to be. All races have given something to the world that is positive and each has every reason to be greatful for their heritage. When you let them hurt your feelings, you let them win and you give them exactly what they want. It is hard to deal with, but ignore them. Then turn around and compliment them on something you like about them...if nothing else a piece of clothing. You will throw them off guard and eventually they will leave you alone. And not only that but maybe you can help be the catalyst to change their minds. God loves you and created you to be just the way you are. Why should it matter what some silly human thinks when you already have the unconditional love of the almighty himself? Bless you and try to have a good day.

Answer 2

It's difficult to say without knowing in what context the racism was. Were you being called names, did someone threaten to or actually harm you, did someone write a racial slur on your stuff, etc? The way you respond also should be reflective of how well you know the people who were showing their racist tendencies.

I dealt with racism quite a bit when I was in school, because I was only one of a handful of Blacks in a predominantly white all-girls private school. Many days I was left feeling horrible for being my race.

I say that because, having to deal with that I learned how to deal with most of the racist things people would do. More often than not, they're either not aware that what they're saying/doing is considered racist or don't realize why what they're saying is hurtful. The easiest way to get the harassment to stop is to speak to them (individually if possible--it's hard to talk to a group) and ask them what point they're trying to prove. Usually, they can't answer and will see that you're not going to take any "mess" so they'll leave you alone. (This is true in most harassment situations too, confront them and they'll back down)

If you find out that they really don't like members of your race, understand that they're being racist toward you to MAKE you feel bad about being who you are. When you let comments like that make you feel stupid because you were born a certain way, you're letting them win. That's exactly what they want you to do--feel bad, so you shouldn't give them the satisfaction. Be the best YOU that you can be, walk around with your head high and don't let them know that their words hurt you. When they see that you don't give a damn about what they're saying, they'll back off. And also, when you're being the best you that you can, they'll see that not all members of ______ race are bad.

Answer 3

Really sorry to hear that you have been subject to racism. I am assuming that you go to a school where the majority is of one race or that you started school just now.

Now the thing is it could be something they are saying as a mild joke. I guess the best thing would be to talk to them. You could also try to make friends with nice people in the class. It could help talking to a counselor too but probably not to the teacher. They tend to make it worst sometimes.

If the jokes are severe and amount to harassment then the best option is to switch schools. This will save you the hassle and you don't have to bend down low to the level of the racist pigs whoever they are.

Answer 4

People who purposely want to hurt other people's feelings have issues themselves. People who have true confidence would never make others feel bad. So try and avoid these kids as much as you can, sit far away or something. They'll soon get the message and who knows they might even apologise.

Don't be ashamed of your race because that is your identity. No matter what anyone says, a person's race does not determine his or her abilities, strengths, talents, intelligence, beauty, etc.

Talk to family member (or an older person that you trust) about this and find the courage to stand up to these bullies if they don't stop their racist remarks, it will make you feel better :) You need to put them in their place.

Answer 5

Feel really what that your what race ? first of all you have a serious complex about whom you are, you need to deal with that first, name calling is just that and school children do it the worst. Half the time they dont even realize they are being really offensive, they do it to get a reaction and guess what ? You react ! Why do you get all upset over it anyway ? You say there "was" some racism, presumably its all over now then. Not everybody is racist and not every racist is white, as you go through life you will meet people of all races whom are nice, really nice. You will also meet some real Sh@@s as well, of all races. Take people as you find them, thats my advice to you.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Tell somebody about It. Maybe you parents or the school counsuler.You don't deserve to be harassed just because of you race. Or do you have a friend or somebody that can stand up for you If you don't want to.Just do something because you don't deserve to be treated like that.

Answer 8

I agree with Tashanakia. You need to stand up for yourself and talk to those harrassing you individually. Then you need to tell your parents what's going on with you at school and hopefully they will get to the bottom of this. I had kids who picked on me when I was in school. Now I look back & had wished I stood up for myself. Hope this helps a little. Take care.

Answer 9

All you can do is be you. It's easy to say just ignore it but I think we all know that's not possible. Just know this: you are who you are and if people can't accept you for whatever reason then it's their loss. If close minded people wont take the opportunity to get to know you just because of the color of your skin then believe me, you're better off without them. Love yourself. You're the only one who will always be there.

Answer 10

report it to your teacher at once,u shoud not have suffer this way,if u feel u carnt approach a teacher then tell ur parents and get them to meet with the head of school,bullying/racism should not be tolerated and must be stamped out, good luck xxxx