Answer

In Jain Dharma, you should respond with calmness, courage, and non-violence, but you should not silently allow wrong behavior to continue.

If someone is taking your things and not returning them:

• Stay calm and do not hit, shout, or insult.
• Speak firmly and clearly: “Please return my item. It belongs to me.”
• Do not laugh it off if it is hurting you.
• Protect your belongings by keeping them close to you.
• If possible, avoid keeping valuable items on the desk.
• If you cannot tell a teacher immediately, try to tell a trusted elder later.

Explanation

Jain Dharma teaches Ahimsa, which means not harming others through body, speech, or mind. But Ahimsa does not mean becoming helpless. It also means protecting peace and preventing harmful behavior from growing.

You can say politely but firmly:

• “I do not like this. Please stop.”
• “This is my item. Give it back now.”
• “I am not fighting with you, but this is wrong.”

Keep your voice steady. Do not beg, cry in front of them if you can avoid it, or react angrily, because bullies often continue when they see fear or anger.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain way of life, forgiveness and peace are important, but so are truthfulness and self-control. You can be kind without allowing injustice.

A peaceful person is not weak. A peaceful person controls anger and still does the right thing.

Takeaway

Be calm, firm, and non-violent. Say clearly that the behavior is wrong. Protect your things. And even if you cannot complain at that moment, do tell a trusted teacher, parent, or elder later when it is safe. Bullying should not be faced alone.