Today we talked about ways we can stop rumors from being spread. We even did an activity that demonstrated how difficult it is to take those hurtful words back. Even if we think we have fixed things, there are still parts of those mean words that will linger. If rumors hurt others so much, why do we still do them? So here is my question for you to ponder:
Why do you think it is difficult to STOP rumors (mean things being said about someone else)? What character traits are being tested here?
What is one strategy that you can try out the next time you are given a rumor?
Finally, do you think any of this has anything to do with being an "upstander" or a "bystander"?
I know those are some pretty deep questions, but I would love for you to share your thinking with each other. Hopefully we can prevent these mean behaviors from happening at our school!
