It's tough enough to hear other people spread rumors about you, but it's even harder when it happens within your trusted circle of friends. Unfortunately, this kind of thing occurs way too often. Almost everyone has become a victim of adult bullying.
When you feel like everyone, especially your barkada, is against you, what do you do? Do you cause a scene and confront the reputed source, or do you do your best to ignore the people who seem to be putting you down?
It may be tempting to let yourself get carried away, but before you do anything you'll only regret later on, why don't you consider these tips?
(First published on Female Network as "Mariel Rodriguez vs Toni Gonzaga, KC Concepcion, et al. + 5 tips on defending yourself when your friends seem to be ganging up on you.")