He’s Just A Kid
Bullying has spread globally and could be an epidemic that we must all heal. Without bullying, the planet will be a better place. One of the most common triggers will be for bullying someone else, including the United States, Australia, and Canada. This would still not be a legitimate excuse to threaten someone. In reality, there is no justification enough to choose others. But people still seem to forget this and annoy others anyway. However, one father didn’t let his little child proceed. He flashed a grin as his coat zipped.
He’s Just A Kid
He Was Bullied
Joey Mason was the kid who was being bullied. He loved to hang out in the park while he played his ball around. Joey was only one of several victims of bullying at school, but he could at least find satisfaction when he played in the park. His day was going to change.
He Was Bullied
His Favorite Spot
It looked like he would always be humiliated at his favorite spot. A group of young people appeared in the place where he normally played. It was deceitful because most people did not know how to deal with bullying, so something had to be done anyway.
His Favorite Spot
A Happy Day Turned Into Nightmare
Joey Mason was in the fourth grade when he began to be bullied. Because of that, he preferred to play with his dog and cat and the business. He lived in a Toronto suburban neighborhood. There was a relaxing park in his neighborhood where children could spend their time outdoors. After school, he often visited the park to play his ball. It got a little out of hand one day.
A Happy Day Turned Into Nightmare
The Boys
One day when the school was over, his visit to the outdoor park was a nightmare for Joey. The older boys were, of course, not good enough and intended to bully the girl. This park was a fun place for Joey, a spot he felt he could play and get away from the whole drama.
The Boys
I Am A Victim of Bullying
For his depression that came out of being bullied, Joey Mason needed an outlet. “My name is Joey and I’m 10 years old,” he posted on the social media. I’m a bullying survivor. It hurts me a lot. A 10-year-old feels inspired to post this on social media!
I Am A Victim of Bullying
Attraction
His message got a lot of interest from the netizens. Many people saw his letter, but the person who cared most was not aware of it. His father was ignorant of his position and knew nothing about the bullying of his wife.
Attraction
He Felt Uneasy And Alarmed
Every parent would only wish what was best for their kids. It would be natural for a mother or father to worry when their children have felt sadness and pain. Joey’s father was like the other parents were. He noticed his son seemingly struggling on a daily basis and he felt uneasy and alarmed.
He Felt Uneasy And Alarmed
Talking About It
He has decided to investigate what caused his son to feel these emotions. He tried to speak with his child, but he declined to speak on the matter. Joey shut off from his parents, his mood worsened, but when it came to talking about it, he wouldn’t be moving.
Talking About It
Emotionally Despair
The father of Joey Mason picked up on the changes his son was going through the moment he changed schools. He knew that the moment he was transferred his happy baby boy started turning into an emotional wreck. He couldn’t help but wonder what it was that caused him to help. Perhaps it was because of the school environment, the teachers or perhaps other students.
Emotionally Despair
Something’s Not Right
Joey’s father would see that every time his son came home from school, his son came back weeping. That was a sign there was something wrong. He did not have sufficient evidence, though, that his son had been bullied. He decided to get to the heart of the problem. Enough has been enough.
Something’s Not Right
Delving Deep
When he figured out it all, he couldn’t believe it was happening. He did not care if he found a sneaky or underhanded solution. He knew he had something to do with his son, and this had to be done.
Delving Deep
He Came Up With The Best Plan
He was deeply concerned about his son, and as days went by, he didn’t want his son to get sadder and sadder. He could no longer take it. Finally, he agreed that urgent steps should be taken. He didn’t know exactly, though. He thought about what course of action he was going to take so long. And he came up with the best idea he could make.
He Came Up With The Best Plan
What Was The Cause Of Bullying?
The dad of Joey Mason thought through all this and spent a lot of time planning. He soon figured out that his son may have been harassed or even one of his teachers by others, such as his classmates. Your family life was all right so he was sure it wasn’t a family concern.
What Was The Cause Of Bullying?
Following Him
He wasn’t sure yet how he could know the facts. He was worried at this point and started to feel powerless. Finally, he wanted to secretly accompany his son to the local park once school was over. And that was when it came to light.
Following Him
His World Turned Upside Down
It was unfortunate that Joey’s opportunity to play outside turned upside down and even became a child’s nightmare. This was attributed to bullying. Joey played with his ball already and some teens came and approached him. They didn’t know that someone was watching them so closely.
He’s The Target
Whatever their motive was, there was a group of teenagers who decided to target Joey Mason that spring. That had been going on for weeks and it appeared that this group of teens would be there to bully him for all the times and places Joey went before and after school.
He’s The Target
Strong & Brave
Thankfully, Joey was a brave and strong child. He decided to ignore their name-calling. The fact that he could do that epitomized his strength. The group, however, did not leave him alone and they even stepped up their game of bullying.
Strong & Brave
Joey Was In Trouble
Joey Mason was a very good boy and he didn’t want to hurt anyone. That could be one of the reasons why this group of young men has chosen to target the child. Joey was thought to be friends with the other guy for the people who were present because it looked like they knew him on a personal level.
Joey Was In Trouble
Someone’s Watching
At school, Joey was afraid to protect himself. The other students who knew about the bullying were too scared to speak up because the teachers didn’t know the bullying was still going on. Many teachers believe these were just children behaving like children, and probably only fooling around. They weren’t right.
Someone’s Watching
An Onlooker
He had been bullied at school before, but even now in the park, this horrific group of young people pushed him into the corner. Fortunately, someone else was watching the whole scene in the park. The person will hopefully help Joey out of this mess.
An Onlooker
It Escalated Quickly
The group of teenagers enjoyed taking the ball from Joey and had no intention of returning it. But if nobody stood up to interfere, things could escalate quickly. However, sadly, things seemed normal only for outsiders because only the children seemed to play.
It Escalated Quickly
With Intent
But although they appeared nice outside, the real essence of these young people was that of sheep in wolf’s clothes. They had other motives that should have been known before now. What happened next is clearly unacceptable for any child.
With Intent
It’s Not Getting Any Good
Somebody in the group was joking, “Hey boy, you got a nice ball there. Can I see it? “And before Joey could comment in any way, the teenager kicked him off the ball already. Joey was trying to complain and screamed, “This is mine!
It’s Not Getting Any Good
They Continued On
But the teenager proceeded to taunt him and replied, “Come on, just give it to me, man. It’s just a ball. “While it was all happening, the group of children didn’t know they were being watched.
They Continued On
It’s Time To Step Up
The man watched closely the relationship between Jason and the other teens. He stayed hidden from their eyes and with the teasing of the teenager he turned his attention to the four boys. The elder teenager threw Joey’s ball on the other side.
It’s Time To Step Up
The Man Gets Involved
The man finally decided it was time to step up at this stage. The naughty young people did not know Joey’s father. He was finally in the right position at the right time and ready to move in.
The Man Gets Involved
A Man Approached The Boys
In a disappointed tone, Joey’s father asked the group of teens, “Gentlemen, what exactly do you think you are doing?” Joey tried to get the ball back the moment the group turned speechless as they did not know how to respond. However, just a few seconds later, they had gotten bold and tried to fleece the fatheJoey tried to get the ball back when the group turned flabbergasted, as they didn’t know how to react. But just a few seconds later, they got bold and tried to fleece his dad.
A Man Approached The Boys
“Just Playing Ball, Sir”
The teenagers acted innocent and responded with, “Just playing ball, sir.” They hoped the man who approached them would leave them. But the man didn’t buy what they had said. What the man said next were the same words that we would hear as we put Joey in the same shoes.
“Just Playing Ball, Sir”
Interrogation
“Why are you picking on a little kid?” The man asked. And when the teenage group was quiet, he added, “You don’t think your parents would love that? You guys are arrested because you pick a little kid? “Finally, one of the teenagers muttered, ‘No.’ The man continued his questioning.
Interrogation
It Did Not End Here
The man asked angrily, “Why have you guys not stopped him? Would you like to be a part of that? “He was angry but still glad to help his son get out of the situation. He faced Joey and tested if he was okay or not.
It Did Not End Here
Payback
He gave him the ball back as well. Then he turned to the youth group and instructed them to locate another location and leave the child alone. Someone stuck to Joey eventually. However, the tale doesn’t end here.
Payback
Give Them What They Deserve
Just a few days after the park incident, Joey’s father began to go to school with his son. The pair had planned together. They wanted to walk through the area where the bullies were waiting for Joey. He was able to give them what they deserved and to make sure they would never be bullied again.
Give Them What They Deserve
As Expected
The first part of their scheme is to let Joey move on while his father was waiting. And as predicted, the bullies were waiting for Joey in the usual corner of the lane. When Joey passed by, they remembered the kid immediately and decided to call him. This time, however, Joey’s father was prepared. He walked to them, yelling, “Oh! “To draw their attention. When he opened his coat, he smiled.
As Expected
Frighten The Bullies
The teens were shocked to see the white uniform under his suit. They scrambled once they saw the white uniform. Joey’s dad shouted, “I thought so! “The teenagers flew away. As he smiled, he straightened the black belt to his waist. He was pleased with the outcome. He discovered his old Judo uniform recently and chose to wear it under his coat in order to avoid the bullies.
Frighten The Bullies
Taking A Stand
Many celebrities spoke up and showed solidarity to people who were just like Joey. No one wanted to see bullying, which was the main reason many people took a stand. Joey Mason’s story was linked to the anti-bullying campaign.
Taking A Stand
Keaton’s Heartbreaking Message
A video was released last December 2017. It was from Keaton Jones, a young child, who tearfully recounted his encounters with bullying in his video. There have been several comments and responses to the video. It even managed to instigate a nationwide bullying debate. These incidents have inspired Bandeira to pursue his own social experiment to deal with the problem of bullying.
Keaton’s Heartbreaking Message
Support For Keaton
Many people posted on Twitter to display their support for Keaton Jones. The video became so viral that well-known people entered. Probably, most warming messages came from celebrities. Chris Evans was most famous because of his role as Captain America, and he went so far as to show Keaton and his family his support. He encouraged the young kid to remain strong and invited him to the new movie premiere of Avengers. Not the only one who showed support was Chris Evans.
Support For Keaton
Delanie Walker
Several NFL players stood by Keaton, then they realized how much he enjoyed the sport and Delanie Walker agreed to go with him for the extra mile. Walker went to Instagram and wrote a video sharing his feelings on bullying. He said, “I am sorry that bullying was happening at your school. I hope you can make this video and all the tweets that are being posted there aware that bullying is stopped.” He had …
The NFL
Walker said, “Myself and the Tennessee Titans would love to have you if you can come to a game.” Keaton invited him to the Week 17 game against the Jaguars. He and his family were given tickets. He even got to meet some of his favorite players.
The NFL
Justin Bieber
More than 15 million times that the video was viewed. Justin Bieber also shared two back to Keaton images. “Keaton, you are a crazy beast, you’re a leader,” Bieber said. “The star wished to inspire and empower him.
Justin Bieber
Are You Willing To Support?
How’s it for you? Will you be able to help those who were bullied? Will you be able to stand up with them and help them cope? What would you have done if the same scenario were met as Joey Mason and Keaton Jones?
Are You Willing To Support?
Bullying Is Not Right
It can never be justified to threaten them. It would all be wrong and nobody deserved bullying. Nobody should ever feel it. No one should affect other people negatively, and go so far as to make others miserable.
Bullying Is Not Right
Awareness And Response To Bullying
These examples have shown us that bullying will still be incorrect. One way to make the offenders know their error would be to ask them what they’d feel and do if they’d be the ones being bullied. This may be a step closer to our goal of eradicating bullying in modern society.
Awareness And Response To Bullying
Increased In Cyber Bullying
Although social media has helped us get together and connect quicker, online bullying has also been made easier. There were plenty of students who faced bullying in real life as well as online. Most had also found the teasing to be self-harming.
Increased In Cyber Bullying
Be Kind To Others, Save A Life
We could save someone just by being kind to others and not turning a blind eye when we saw someone getting humiliated. And please bear in mind the golden rule: don’t do what others don’t want to do to you. The rule may also be extended to bullying.
Be Kind To Others, Save A Life