Video Summary - Protect Yourself Rules

Key wellness + self-care strategies (and cyber safety tips)

Think before you post
- Pause before commenting out of anger.
- Avoid making “jokes” or digs online that could hurt someone.
- Consider how it might feel to the other person and whether it could be experienced as bullying.
Remember empathy and impact
- Treat online behavior as real—someone you’re targeting is a real person with real emotions and struggles.
- Recognize that social media negativity can contribute to anxiety and depression in kids.
Speak up if you see cyberbullying
- Be courageous and stand up for the person being targeted.
- Respond in a positive, supportive way rather than joining in.
Use practical protective actions
- Block the bully.
- Report the harmful behavior (to the platform, if possible).
- Tell an adult you trust (parent/guardian/teacher/counselor).
Document when needed
- Keep the messages (screenshots/chats) in case you need to show them to an adult.
Reframe responsibility
- If you’re being bullied: it’s not your fault.
- No one has the right to hurt you or make you feel unsafe online or in person.
Balance phone use
- Remind yourself there’s more to life than phones and social media, especially when negativity affects your well-being.