Moot
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So you watched the "Karate Kid", eh?Curbing bullying would be a simple matter if schools had proper funding to implement proper changes and parents didnt have such a phobia about violence.
We need to make self-defense training a routine and required part of education, starting as young as possible. I'm a big believer in the positive force martial arts can be for people. Not only will you get kids out and moving around, you help build self-confidence and self-esteem as well as preparing them to defend themselves if necessary. Bullying works because the target doesnt feel they can or should stand up for themselves. A self-confident kid who is willing and able to defend himself is not easy prey for a bully and bullies are like any animal; they go for easy prey.
Bully's tend to pick on the weak or those who are different because it makes them feel or look superior to others. They seldom pick on those who are their percieved equal or better. I wouldn't call that self confidence, I would call that low self esteem.