I’m so gutted that the person I bullied in school

Has written a piece about it in our local paper, he doesn’t say my name but it could really ruin things for me. Do you think I can get the piece removed?

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Lukeman · M

Why on earth would you want it removed? He had the decency to omit your name. It seems to me you could offer him an apology. I would be interested to know the details about the piece. You could post it for us and remove the details which reveal your identity. Then we could comment on that since you want to change.

Strongtea · 22-25, M

It’s hurtful to me and my family, local people know it’s about me. People think he’s really great just because he does lots of anti bullying work.@Lukeman

Lukeman · M

@Strongtea I am so glad he is doing good work. Think of the other victims who benefit from his courage.

Strongtea · 22-25, M

Yes that’s true, I just feel quite hurt again, it’s embarrassing!@Lukeman

Lukeman · M

@Strongtea Think of it as a blessing that he survived and wants to help others. Never deny it was you. You might want to publish your own piece so others will know you are sorry for what you did.

Strongtea · 22-25, M

Ok, yes you’re right. I do want to do that and I have started to speak in schools about my experiences. I suppose I’m just worried about our families’ name at the mo.@Lukeman

Lukeman · M

@Strongtea You have started to speak in schools. This is fabulous. Now is your chance to publish a piece in response to his. Then you could post both of them for us to read.