Having hates is an inevitable part of any bold journey – everyone who has made a difference in the world has had doubters and critics. As natural as haters might be, in the age of social media it’s become harder and hard to ignore them – and so we asked some brilliant creatives and entrepreneurs to tell us how they deal with haters.

Topher “CGI” Isabella

There’s a very obvious answer to this question, and that’s to block out what the haters are saying and only focus on the feedback of people who want to truly see you grow, and that of course holds very true… but I can think of a much more fun answer! I’m a firm believer in the power of spite. Proving others wrong is one of the most satisfying pleasures of life, and that goes double when it comes to creativity. Read More>>

Lottyhanz Familyties

No matter how good of a person you are at heart, in life somebody will always have something to say to judge you. The quicker you realize and accept this the more content you become with yourself. You get to a point where you just don’t care what others think or say. Read More>>

Alexandra

I remind myself why I started.
The results I create, the confidence I help restore, and the students I mentor — that’s my focus. Not everyone will understand your vision, and that’s okay. I don’t let opinions stop me from doing what I love and continuing to grow. Read More>>

Taylor Brune

In 2015, I began writing my story on social media. I shared what I was going through and the challenges I was facing. I was authentic to who I was from the start. The more that social media account grew, the more engagement my blogs, and posts would receive. Read More>>

Mia Kapree

Honestly? I keep my head high, my playlists tighter, and my vibes even higher. Not everyone will understand your vision—and that’s okay. I’m not here to please everyone, I’m here to move the right rooms, spark the right energy, and stay true to my sound. Read More>>

Jasmine Martinez

Here in Utah there’s plenty of naysayers when it comes to photography. It’s considered an oversaturated state. Which in reality It may just be so.
But I push through all that negativity because of 3 things. Read More>>

Viper Cameron-Lovell

I know that growth often begins when you step outside of your comfort zone. That’s when you really see how people react—sometimes with jealousy, confusion, or even anger. You start to see their true intentions. You realize where they wanted you to stay in their lives, and it becomes clear they didn’t want you to grow beyond that. But it’s part of life to outgrow people. Read More>>

Shannon Carriere

Listen closely.

Persistence is within you- if you deep down believe in yourself and your work.

You can doubt if you have the time, the resources, the support– but if you doubt your own resolve and skill- you are vulnerable to nay-sayers. You’re mistaken if you think some clowns on social media are worth fearing. Read More>>

Naina Jain

You know, when I first started MarigoldBub, I knew I’d face skepticism. Ayurveda isn’t mainstream in Western skincare. People questioned everything – from the efficacy of traditional ingredients to whether busy parents would really invest in “another skincare brand.” Read More>>