When WWE introduced the Be a STAR initiative, several superstars and divas expressed interest.

“[WWE] asked us who would like to be involved, and I was the first to raise my hand,” The Miz said. “When you look at WWE and our audience, it’s kids and young adults. I think [bullying] is a big problem in the world. So we’re making a difference.”

These days physical bullying is just one type of bullying.

“Kids, adults, bullying never stops, especially with Cyber-bullying nowadays,” The Miz said. “Twitter, Facebook, texting, there’s bullying non-stop. You look at Twitter and how negative people are on it.

“I get Tweets that are very negative. I get Facebook messages. You see stuff on YouTube.

“I’m trying to bring a positive message to all those kids -- where instead of writing negative stuff on Twitter -- why not just be more positive with your life, and it will make more people feel better about themselves.

“We also tell kids ways to prevent Cyber-bullying is to ignore it, get rid of it, tell an adult, tell a teacher, tell a friend, talk about it, because the problem is with bullying so many people don’t talk about it. They’re too shy or too scared. If people are more vocal about it, it will prevent it from happening.”

The Miz does not feel his TV persona, especially if he is the heel (bad guy), does not hinder his chances to discuss real-life issues with kids.

“There’s parenting involved where parents need to educate their kids on what’s reality on TV, perception and entertainment. The [WWE] shows that you watch are entertaining and fun,” The Miz said. “That’s also why we do things like Be a STAR to get out the message of our [real life] anti-bullying campaign.”

Miz is always interested in listening to fellow WWE superstar Sheamus during Be a STAR events.

“Sheamus is a big guy [6-4, 267]; he’s pretty tough,” The Miz said, “but growing up he was overweight, and he was picked on a lot as an overweight kid. So his speech is always interesting to me.”

Be a STAR is open to everyone.

“There has been other celebrity involvement as well,” The Miz said. “I just did one with Judah Friedlander from ‘30 Rock,’ who did a fantastic job.

“I think people look at him and say, ‘Oh that’s Judah Friedlander. I know him from 30 Rock,’ but then when he gets up there and starts speaking, you go, ‘Oh wow. This guy has a lot to say as well. Not only is he funny, but he’s very charismatic and has a great message.

“A lot of celebrities are getting on board with the Be a STAR campaign. It’s pretty amazing.”

The Miz receives excellent feedback from principals and teachers at schools like after he addressed students during a Be a STAR rally at John F. Kennedy Middle School in North Miami during WWE WrestleMania Week in March 2012.

“I actually set off a Miz Challenge to all the kids,” The Miz said. “Everyday I want you to compliment someone who you normally wouldn’t compliment. I guarantee you’ll make them feel good, and you’ll feel good.”

The Miz is all in with the Be a STAR program.

“I have a platform to be vocal about things I’ve dealt with, and hopefully it responds well with all the students,” The Miz said. “Be a STAR has allowed me to be more positive in my life.”