Member-only story
Why Haters Aren’t Worth Your Time — and How to Focus on Those Who Truly Matter
Stop letting the opinions of critics cloud your vision and start valuing the ones who truly support you
If there’s one thing I’ve learned along this journey, it’s that the people who truly believe in you are priceless. It’s easy to get distracted by the noise of those who doubt, criticize, or even undermine your every move. And for what? Those voices, however loud, don’t define your worth or your success. In fact, paying them too much mind only drags you down.
So, let’s ask the real question: who are you going to let shape your life? The ones who doubt you, or the ones who stand by you through thick and thin? Imagine focusing all that time and energy on those who genuinely care about you, who applaud your wins and understand your setbacks without judgment. These are the people who see your potential even on the days you don’t. Their belief in you can fuel your growth in ways no critic could ever do.
It’s tempting to want to prove something to those who doubt us. There’s that voice inside urging, “One day they’ll see. One day they’ll regret not believing in me.” But here’s the truth: seeking validation from your critics is like running a race on a treadmill — exhausting but going nowhere. Instead, think about all you could accomplish by redirecting that energy…
