[Moxie.]

Hey Ashton,

I'm sorry that people are making such rude comments to you. Please remember that it isn't your fault. Bullies will take any opportunity to target someone.

I think it's good that you told a teacher. Many schools have a no-tolerance bullying policy in place, so the teacher may be able to do something about the bullies. Even though you're not supposed to email the teacher outside of classwork, this is something serious. It sounds like you made the best choice you could. If you do get in trouble, you can try explaining to them that you didn't feel safe telling the teacher about the bullies out loud. It sounds like there are some supportive members at your school and I'm sure they'll be able to do something to help reduce the bullying.

Starving yourself to lose weight is never the answer. It can lead to long-term health consequences such as reduced heart rate, reduced blood pressure, and decreased hormone levels. Rather than engaging in harmful behaviors to lose weight, I highly recommend eating balanced meals and following a regular exercise routine. It's important to ensure that you are not exercising an unhealthy amount. 3-4 days a week for about an hour a day is typically a good schedule to follow. If possible, consider meeting with a nutritionist and/or workout coach at a local gym. They can help you come up with a plan that is healthy and safe to follow while helping you achieve your goals.

Being bullied is always difficult, but I know you'll get through it.

Take care,
Sam