The Grown-Up’s Guide to Dealing With a (Grown-Up) Bully

Megan Carle, workplace bullying expert and author of Walk Away to Win, explains how to deal with tormentors at work.

Experts give advice on understanding and dealing with bullies in the adult world.

Research is clear about the impact seemingly innocuous statements can have on one’s physical and mental health, especially over the course of an entire career.

Banter can be fun, but it can quickly cross the line.

Gaslighting can often leave us speechless with shock – but there are four assertive ways to respond.

“Time heals all wounds,” “Your attitude is everything,” and “Be grateful for what you have learned” are all examples of toxic positivity.

Social ostracism has been a common punishment for millennia. But freezing someone out harms both the victim and the perpetrator.

The effects of being bullied can linger for decades, but it’s never too late to heal and reclaim your place in the world.

This form of emotional manipulation is intense.

Bullying can have lasting effects on someone’s mental health. Experts offer ways to support friends and family who are victims.

Before you let emotions take the wheel—or attempt to bottle them up—try science-backed techniques for keeping your cool (and sanity).