The 3 Ways I Deal With Hate

Summary

• When you do something meaningful, expect criticism because you're standing for something. This is a positive sign of your impact.
• Use a three-step approach to deal with criticism: Ignore, Agree, One-up.
• Ignoring criticism saves time and effort. Critics are giving you free publicity by drawing attention to you.
• Agree with critics to disarm them. If they call me egotistical, I just say, "Yeah, I suck." It leaves them without much else to add.
• One-up the critics in a humorous way. If they say I have big ears, I say, "Yeah, and when it rains, it’s a real problem." This approach leaves them speechless and diffuses negativity.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest implementing the three-step method for dealing with criticism: ignore, agree, and one-up. This approach can help any entrepreneur or person interested in personal growth to handle negativity in a positive way.

Start by ignoring criticism. This is the easiest step and takes the least time. It’s like getting free advertising. Critics are talking about you, drawing attention to what you’re doing. Let them waste their energy while you stay focused on what matters.

Next, try agreeing with your critics. If someone calls you arrogant, just say, "Yeah, I know." Agreeing with them takes the wind out of their sails. They don’t have much else to argue, and it keeps things light for you emotionally.

Finally, one-up your critics humorously. If they say something silly, join in, but make it even funnier. For example, if someone mentions your big ears, joke about how they get you wet in the rain. This not only diffuses the situation but also shows you don’t take yourself too seriously.

Implement these steps to save time, energy, and mental bandwidth. You’ll transform criticism into free exposure, all while staying centered and calm. Criticism is a sign you're making an impact, so keep moving forward with confidence.