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.
Michael Hernandez
Throughout high school and now in college, I’ve dealt with a lot of people who’ve hated on me. I was bullied several times in high school, but that never stopped me. I’ve developed a mindset where I simply ignore negative comments from people who dislike me. Yes, I’m an overthinker, but I’ve learned to brush it off and keep moving forward. Read more>>
Dusty Pressley
I love haters!!! If there is one thing I love more than anything in this world, it’s proving people wrong. You dont think I can do something? watch me. You think it’s stupid to start a business in the middle of a pandemic, watch me thrive anyway. You think I need to be doing blonde highlight touch ups to be successful? Read more>>
Elizabeth Zimmerman
This is a powerful question, especially considering sometimes the biggest critic is actually your inner-critic and your perception of self in the eyes of bystanders or people in your inner circle. I coach women who are struggling with ADHD and part of that struggle manifests itself in an overwhelming amount of self-criticism, rejection sensitivity and self-sabotage. I have personally experienced this in my own journey. Read more>>
Destiny Longa-Thomas
At Roots and Curls Hair Studio, our journey began with a passionate commitment to embrace and celebrate curly hair in all its beautiful forms. Each member of our team has spent years honing their skills, conquering the complexities of textured hair through specialized training and hands-on experience. Despite facing skepticism from those who doubted the niche market for curly hair care, we remained undaunted. Read more>>
Yasmine Vine
I imagine a road in which I am walking in my purpose. and doing what I love. Its a beautiful road with beautiful scenery. When faced with negativity in that particular subject, I see that road and I tell myself I will keep going despite what was said. I tell myself to keep going despite what was said. Read more>>
Nikita Reyanna
For me, persistence wasn’t optional nor a choice…it was purely survival. I’ve learned that not everyone will clap for you, even when you’re not competing. I’ve never had a big circle or a long list of friends, not because I didn’t want them, but because too many people carry hidden envy. Read more>>
Eric Karkheck
The answer is simple and brash: my response to nay-sayers is, “Fuck ’em!” Of course, that’s easier said than done, particularly for those who march to the beat of a different drummer. When your work and livelihood feel intertwined with your individuality, it’s natural to want to conform to established norms, take the road more traveled, and play it safe. Read more>>
Lori Shields
My whole life has been spent with people having opinions about my size my ethnicity and my sex. I learned a long time ago that I had to have my own opinion about myself that I needed to know who I was. I knew that it was very important that I knew myself.. by knowing myself, other people‘s opinion of me were less relevant. Read more>>
