hmm... some good replies. I was going to type an answer but deleted it. I hope things get better for you!

Basically... it is possible to be a ''good'' person who refuses to be disrespected. Bullies won't try too much **** usually with those who refuse to be disrespected. And some traumas make it harder to stand up to A holes who bully others. But it's possible (without making it ''worse'')