It sounds like you're saying that it's the bullied kids fault because he's socially awkward? The point you've missed in this article isn't to START a fight. It

It sounds like you're saying that it's the bullied kids fault because he's socially awkward? The point you've missed in this article isn't to START a fight. It's that if someone starts one with you, you better bloody well finish it. The key phrase, "as soon as someone puts their hands on you..." This isn't about defending an assault of words with an assault of fists. This is about defending yourself from violent, aggressive morons. Walking away from someone intent on hitting you will just result in you getting hit from behind. The best solution is to dig in and hope for the best. You're gonna cop a hiding anyway, at least defend yourself. I don't think anyone is suggesting violence as a solution to bullying. But you sure as hell can't defend yourself from violence by joining in more social activities.