M Magazine (May 2008 issue) asked Zac Efron, “When I was 13, I wish I knew…

“Back when I was in school, I wish I knew how to handle haters,” Efron told M Magazine. “I wasn’t bullied constantly, but I really feel for kids who have people picking on them all the time. It can make going to class hard!”

Zac continues, as he gives advice to his fans. “The advice I have for any fan that is dealing with a bully is this. The best thing you can do is to try and level with the people who are hating on you. Maybe if you talk it out, you can come to an understanding. I know that it’s so much easier said then done, so before you try approaching you bully, come up with a plan. Spend an hour or two thinking about it after school and you’ll usually be able to figure it out.”

One of many things that is important to Zac is to make sure the bullies do not stop his fans from following their dreams. “The toughest thing about growing up is taking a risk, Zac said. “If you never get out of your comfort zone, you’ll never be able to achieve your goals, whatever the may be.”

I agree. I know how it is to give up some of my goals, and it feels awful. Every time I think about it and see other people do it, I get depressed. So, do not give up on any of your goals, bullies or not. You can achieve them.