Almost everything that’s changed the world in a positive way has been an unreasonable idea. It’s unreasonable, until it’s commons sense. That’s how change happens and so in order to make a difference in the world, it’s incredibly important to be able to ignore the naysayers. Some of the best and brightest from our community share their stories and advice below.
Brian Lawrence
I persist through haters and those that chose to put me down with a smile. I find it exciting when people hate for no reason. I find that people tend to get frustrated and angry when I am doing what they are not doing. Not able to do. I use haters and nay-sayers as motivation. Fuel. I do my best to focus on the positive. Focus on what is in my control. Read more>>
Well, I’ve had nearly a lifetime of naysaying to deal with. My father was one of the first to discourage me from focusing on my music, and has continued to regard music as more of a hobby than a career. It is his own way of projecting insecurity on me, which is what all naysaying is at its core. Every living being has developed a personal set of priorities as a result of personal experiences. Read more>>
MaryAnna Clemons
Haters feed my soul. Misery loves company and I refuse to give into the division that feeds our social media and our 24-hour news cycle. One of the ways I do this is to remember the “WHY” I choose to do things. Read more>>
LAURA REYES
To have someone believe you are not capable of doing something only means they do not believe they can do it themselves. I intentionally surround myself with people who love, support and encourage me but it’s inevitable to come across a hater or a nay-sayer when you start to not only do good, but have confidence in your abilities. Read more>>
