Not sure if this was the right thing to do...

[Debater Slayer]

So one of my classmates seems to have average or less-than-average intelligence, which I very much think is not his fault at all. The thing is though, my other classmates like to make fun of him a lot of the time, and even though I'm not friends with him (not because of intelligence or anything, but due to other reasons), I felt really bad for him. He didn't seem to care, but this time I felt it really got to him.

Mostly, I remain silent and don't speak unless someone asks me about something, or just to say "good morning"/"bye". I'm generally not very social and somewhat shy, and never got involved in any fights/altercations/pranks before, which is why I have the respect of both my teachers and classmates.

The thing is, I got involved this time and went up to them and quietly told them off making fun of him because he was on the verge of crying already. They stopped it immediately, but I wonder if that was the right thing to do. I mean, was it really wise to get involved all of a sudden after more than 5 months of having nothing to do with how they treat each other at all, or was I right trying to stop the verbal abuse?

 

[Circle_One]

So one of my classmates seems to have average or less-than-average intelligence, which I very much think is not his fault at all. The thing is though, my other classmates like to make fun of him a lot of the time, and even though I'm not friends with him (not because of intelligence or anything, but due to other reasons), I felt really bad for him. He didn't seem to care, but this time I felt it really got to him.

Mostly, I remain silent and don't speak unless someone asks me about something, or just to say "good morning"/"bye". I'm generally not very social and somewhat shy, and never got involved in any fights/altercations/pranks before, which is why I have the respect of both my teachers and classmates.

The thing is, I got involved this time and went up to them and quietly told them off making fun of him because he was on the verge of crying already. They stopped it immediately, but I wonder if that was the right thing to do. I mean, was it really wise to get involved all of a sudden after more than 5 months of having nothing to do with how they treat each other at all, or was I right trying to stop the verbal abuse?

Yes, you absolutely did the right thing! Bullying is NEVER ok, and we should always speak up for those who are being bullied.

Good for you!

 

[JacobEzra.]

So one of my classmates seems to have average or less-than-average intelligence, which I very much think is not his fault at all. The thing is though, my other classmates like to make fun of him a lot of the time, and even though I'm not friends with him (not because of intelligence or anything, but due to other reasons), I felt really bad for him. He didn't seem to care, but this time I felt it really got to him.

Mostly, I remain silent and don't speak unless someone asks me about something, or just to say "good morning"/"bye". I'm generally not very social and somewhat shy, and never got involved in any fights/altercations/pranks before, which is why I have the respect of both my teachers and classmates.

The thing is, I got involved this time and went up to them and quietly told them off making fun of him because he was on the verge of crying already. They stopped it immediately, but I wonder if that was the right thing to do. I mean, was it really wise to get involved all of a sudden after more than 5 months of having nothing to do with how they treat each other at all, or was I right trying to stop the verbal abuse?

I applaud you! To many people are apathetic towards one another. In other words, its a big yes! Yes you did the right thing

In fact, actions like that, inspire me and give me hope. Constantly hearing how people die from getting jumped while a bunch of people just watch, or kids committing suicide because of bullying, is very depressing.
.

 

[Father Heathen]

Of course you did the right thing. You did good.

 

[dawny0826]

What you did was a kindness that will likely carry further than you know. It was absolutely the right thing to do.

 

[Sunstone]

I admire you, DS. That was the right thing to do.

 

[MysticSang'ha]

I concur, DS. It was absolutely the right thing to do. :yes:

You're a gem. :hug:

 

[9Westy9]

DS's courage skill levelled up!! DS received the title of bully destroyer

 

[Gharib]

yeah bro, you show 'em. it's good that they listened to you and well done to you for helping a person in need. do continue to help him out if anything similar happens. maybe on the day of Judgement Allah will reward you with Jannah for that deed insha Allah.

 

[Thief]

So one of my classmates seems to have average or less-than-average intelligence, which I very much think is not his fault at all. The thing is though, my other classmates like to make fun of him a lot of the time, and even though I'm not friends with him (not because of intelligence or anything, but due to other reasons), I felt really bad for him. He didn't seem to care, but this time I felt it really got to him.

Mostly, I remain silent and don't speak unless someone asks me about something, or just to say "good morning"/"bye". I'm generally not very social and somewhat shy, and never got involved in any fights/altercations/pranks before, which is why I have the respect of both my teachers and classmates.

The thing is, I got involved this time and went up to them and quietly told them off making fun of him because he was on the verge of crying already. They stopped it immediately, but I wonder if that was the right thing to do. I mean, was it really wise to get involved all of a sudden after more than 5 months of having nothing to do with how they treat each other at all, or was I right trying to stop the verbal abuse?

Thank you so much.

When I was younger, I was the class 'know it all'.
Social acceptance was sparse.
Seems you can be singled out for any cause at all.

I couldn't help it. I was taught to do my best.
Doing so set me apart, with no means of bridging the gap.
Even a casual effort on my part, seemed too much.
It went on for years.
It still pops up in my adult life.

So when defending someone else of lesser ability.....thank you.
It means a lot to me that you have done so.

Ability is one thing.
Humanity is more.

 

[beenie]

You did the right thing, DS. Protecting those who can't protect themselves is a very admirable act. :yes:

 

[Caladan]

I think you did the right thing. you made these guys conscious to the fact that their classmate has feelings and that their actions have repercussions.

 

[Drolefille]

You did good, DS.