Targets of Bullying

Why are some people always the victims of bullying? What traits make a person susceptible to bullying?

I'm not trying to victim blame. I recognize that the bully's insecurities and mental health issues are the real problem.

I've found that being different, trying too hard, or threating the bully's ego, authority or sense of control can ultimately lead to bullying.

Bullies tend to view normal behavior as competitive. They are suspicious, selfish, and view the worst in others. If a victim gets any positive affirmation, all they know is THEY'RE not getting any attention.

Victims are typically quiet, have weak boundaries, and have people-pleasing tendencies. They are more isolated and lack close relationships with others (including supervisors). So therefore it's easy to turn people against them.