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.
Elica Atienza
Between switching majors, rebuilding my confidence, and stepping into the music industry with my younger brother, Elsian, I realized that people will always have something to say, especially when you’re doing something different. At the beginning of Elsian’s music career, we were really building everything from the ground up. Read More>>
Meri Tumanyan
I’m blessed with genuine friends and well-wishers in my life, but it’s unrealistic to believe that everyone will always have our best interest at heart. I’ve received hateful messages and defamatory emails sent to me and to people around me, including employers. Read More>>
Ryan LeVanseler
This is something I struggled with for most of my life, always hiding, masking, and trying to fit into a puzzle I was never truly a part of. Now, I look back and laugh. I laugh at them, at myself, at the entire idea of caring what others think. We all experience life differently. Read More>>
The J Hawkins Band
As an artist, especially when you are doing original music, there is always going to be someone who does not like your genre, your vibe, your voice, song, etc. You have thick skin if you want to write and perform your songs. We, as songwriters and performers, try not to get too high or too low with the compliments or criticisms. Read More>>
