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Anxiety after posting self-media content due to bad comments? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

After I post something, I keep refreshing the page, and I care a lot about how many people have liked it, what comments they have made, and what those comments say.

Last month I wrote an article about my travel experiences and published it with great anticipation, but soon after I saw a comment saying, "This article is a bit bland and doesn't say anything new." Then I started to think about this comment over and over again, wondering if I really had written a bad article and how I could improve my writing style.

I was also worried that other people would form a negative opinion of me because of this comment.

From that time until now, I have had difficulty concentrating on my creative work, and I always give up halfway through. I have been dwelling on other people's comments about me. What should I do?

Jane Jane A total of 9587 people have been helped

It's an honest observation, and it resonates with me deeply. As a fiction writer, I can relate to it on a personal level. In the past, I often struggled with self-doubt due to reader feedback. It even reached a point where comments from other readers about other authors made me self-conscious and caused me to become cautious in my writing, afraid that every word would be criticized. This led to a two-year period of stagnation in my writing.

I have found it helpful to remember that the quality of a literary work is often judged differently by each non-literary professional. In terms of writing style, for example, some people appreciate flowery descriptions, while others prefer a more concise approach. Similarly, there is a range of opinions on what makes for good writing, with some focusing on emotional expression and others on precision.

It's interesting to note that there are different schools of poetry with varying styles. Even literary greats have their own preferred styles.

In essence, writing is an act of conceptual output, and it could be said that one of its core elements is being determined. This could be in terms of the meaning you wish to convey or your style.

If you believe in yourself and are determined, you can convey something better to the reader. Literature is similar to art in that there is no absolute standard of good or bad.

It's important to remember that a single comment, or even a few, on a subjective topic like writing style shouldn't be a cause for concern. It's possible that your style just isn't to their liking, and that's okay.

Additionally, if you are uncertain about the quality of your writing, you might consider examining the ratio of positive to negative comments. If the positive comments outnumber the negative ones, it may be advisable to disregard the latter.

I recently came to realize that the majority of my readers seem to enjoy my writing. I must admit that I tend to focus more on the constructive feedback and less on the praise.

I haven't yet finished another work, but I'm working on the outline!

Needless to say, there are other factors contributing to my current situation. Nevertheless, I am optimistic that we can collectively overcome this challenge.

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Leonard Oscar Butler Leonard Oscar Butler A total of 7280 people have been helped

Hello. I know you are a thoughtful, creative person who understands life. I understand your distress, and I can help.

Feedback and criticism from others can be stressful during the creative process, especially if you have high expectations of your writing style and content. However, this pressure is not a reason to stop creating. It is what drives you to improve.

Here are a few tips you should consider.

First of all, let me be clear: everyone's writing style is unique. There's no need to pursue novelty or distinction. Your writing style is your personal characteristic, reflecting your unique perspective and emotional expression.

Don't worry about the comments in the comments section that say "boring" and "nothing new." They don't mean your writing is boring or lacks novelty.

Second, you must enjoy the creative process. Don't let the opinions of others influence you. Trust your instincts and inspiration. Don't doubt yourself.

Your work is an expression of your personal experiences and feelings. It is a part of you that deserves respect and care.

If you feel stressed during the creative process, take control by trying some relaxation and concentration methods. Choose a setting that you like best for creating, make yourself physically comfortable, listen to some light music, or practice deep breathing.

These methods will help you stay calm and keep your thoughts clear.

You should also refresh the comments after you've finished writing an article. However, don't pay too much attention to the number of likes or comments, or the content of those comments.

Don't waste your energy on these trivial matters. Focus on your creations and continue to improve your writing skills and style.

Most importantly, don't let other people's opinions affect your confidence and enthusiasm for creating. Your work is your own precious asset, and it represents your uniqueness and creativity.

You can find your own value and room for growth in it, regardless of what others say.

You can overcome your current troubles, continue moving forward, and create more outstanding works. Believe in yourself!

Come on!

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Harper Collins Harper Collins A total of 8966 people have been helped

Good morning, My name is Fairy, and I am writing to you today to answer any questions you may have. I am honored to be able to answer your questions and clear up any doubts you may have. Best regards, Fairy

As the saying goes, life is a process of constantly moving forward from one challenge to another.

You may perceive the present as the most challenging period in your life. However, if you reflect on your experiences, you may find that

You have already overcome numerous challenges, and at that time, you felt that you could not overcome the hurdle. Action is the antidote to confusion. Let's act together and challenge the confusion in our hearts!

I can relate to your experience, as I also enjoy writing.

Furthermore, I regularly publish articles on self-media platforms.

I can appreciate your concerns regarding comments.

I would not have been able to continue writing. However, it is important to avoid overreacting to other people's comments, as this can have a negative impact on creativity and self-confidence.

I would then attempt to refrain from frequently refreshing the page and paying excessive attention to likes and comments.

I would advise against frequently refreshing the page and paying excessive attention to likes and comments.

Prioritize the act of writing itself.

Prioritize the expression of your own thoughts and ideas.

It is advisable to avoid focusing excessively on feedback from external sources.

This is Method 1.

Additionally, it is important to recognize the subjectivity of feedback, as everyone has their own aesthetic preferences and opinions. Rather than viewing comments as a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's work or persona, it is more constructive to regard them as personal opinions.

This is Method 2.

If you require further constructive feedback, you may wish to consult with reliable colleagues, writing groups or professionals. They will be able to provide more specific and helpful suggestions to help you improve your writing.

It is also important to cultivate intrinsic motivation. Writing is a personal creative activity that should be aimed at self-satisfaction. It is beneficial to focus on your own growth and progress, rather than relying too heavily on external recognition and evaluation.

This is Method 3.

It is also advisable to seek out a group or circle of friends who can provide support and encouragement for your creative endeavors. This can help to maintain a positive mindset and motivation.

This is Method 4.

Ultimately, you should have confidence in your writing abilities and in your ability to bring something unique to the table. While it is important to accept feedback, you should not allow negative comments to negatively impact your self-perception.

It is important to remember that everyone has room for improvement.

One can enhance one's abilities through continued learning and practice.

It is crucial to maintain enthusiasm and confidence in your writing abilities, despite external comments. Continue writing and believe in your capabilities.

Through consistent practice and reflection, you will gradually enhance your writing abilities. I am a fairy who abstains from alcohol. I hope my reply is of assistance to you. Let's make progress together and achieve our goals!

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Isabella Young Isabella Young A total of 813 people have been helped

Hello, I'm Zeyu, and I'm thrilled to be here!

"After posting anxiety/anxiety-after-posting-self-media-content-due-to-bad-comments-23852.html" target="_blank">self-media content, are you feeling anxious because of the bad comments?" Let's dive right in and see how we can help you! Regarding your question about encountering this problem, let's first try to understand it by seeing our own needs.

First, let's look at the original intention of posting self-media content. When we clarify the purpose, we can focus on what's important and valuable. Many people want to be noticed and affirmed, and that's okay! We keep refreshing the page to see how many people have liked and commented on our posts, and it's a great feeling when we see how many people have received the information we posted and how many people have seen our content. When someone likes and comments on it, it proves our value, and it's a wonderful feeling when we feel valued.

It's incredible how a single comment can make us think and even affect our current innovation! It's as if our view of this comment has caused us to feel anxious. Perhaps the questioner has elevated this comment directed at the article itself to a comment on our own evaluation. No one likes feeling rejected, so we try to find a way to solve the problem. As can be seen from the description, the questioner did just that! However, our view of other people's comments has caused us to feel negatively influenced. In this regard, we can choose to view the comment area under this content to see what comments others have given. This will make us realize that a few or a single comment is not representative or persuasive, and the view of one person does not represent everyone.

If we look back at our past writing experiences and check the comment sections, we may find that the bad comments are always in the minority. More often than not, they are neutral or positive comments. So let's not ignore the positive aspects! It is the right of others to say what they want, but we have the right to choose whether or not to accept it. For those things that provoke bad experiences and emotions, we can choose to deal with them in the way we like.

Finally, we can try to reframe the event and give it a positive meaning! This way, we can gain some experience from it and rekindle our enthusiasm and interest in creating.

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Xeniah James Xeniah James A total of 9382 people have been helped

Hello, questioner.

My name is Liu, and I am the listener.

It's a fact that seeing negative comments after publishing anxiety/anxiety-after-posting-self-media-content-due-to-bad-comments-23852.html" target="_blank">self-media content can cause anxiety. This kind of situation is all too common in our lives. We live in the age of new media, where the diversity of online interactions gives everyone the chance to express themselves and share their creations. At the same time, the Internet's openness means that our work is seen by people from all over the world. Comments reflect the different preferences of different people for different works. They include praise, but they can also be negative or even critical.

First, we all care about what others think when we create something with anticipation.

The creative process is challenging and requires total commitment. To create a work of art, we must organize our experiences and insights into a coherent whole. Writing about travel, for instance, requires a great deal of thought and effort. Before the final draft is completed, we may experience stress and anxiety, but we persevere. When the issue is finally completed and published, we sincerely hope that we will receive a good response and look forward to positive reviews. This is only human.

Like you, I was so excited that I couldn't sleep the first time I published an article. As you said in your statement, I kept refreshing the page, hoping for positive feedback while worrying about negative comments. People are always more sensitive to "unsatisfactory" comments. Even if not all voices represent "criticism" and "negation," as long as such voices appear, we will always unconsciously feel that all our efforts have been in vain.

Then, because of a comment, we begin a long process of rethinking and even self-doubt.

2. We need to understand why we feel anxious about bad comments.

2. We need to understand why we feel anxious about bad comments.

(1) The desire for recognition in online self-presentation makes us afraid of "dissent."

When you release your work publicly, it will receive attention. Online self-presentation is also a topic of psychological research.

Psychologist Erving Goffman proposed the "theatre theory."

The world is our stage, and we are the stars. We are influenced by positive or negative feedback in the process of self-presentation. This affects our subjective well-being. We crave recognition and praise, and we pay more attention to voices that go against our expectations.

When our efforts are not recognized, we must recognize that we can experience a great deal of self-doubt, followed by feelings of frustration, anxiety, and fear.

(2) If we care too much about the "wind direction" of the comments, we simply won't be able to focus on our creative work.

(2) If we care too much about the "wind direction" of the comments, we simply won't be able to focus on our creative work.

The fact is, as long as we present ourselves online, we will receive comments from all sides. The original intention of the comment mechanism is to allow readers to express their views on works from different perspectives. Valuable comments, even if they are accompanied by unsatisfactory opinions and suggestions, can also allow creators to learn from experience better. Of course, this does not include malicious and offensive remarks. However, we may care too much about what others think, and forget the original intention of the comment mechanism. At the beginning, we will indeed carefully consider which areas we should improve. The more we do this, the more we will be afraid of the imperfect self in the eyes of others.

This mentality is often related to our past experiences.

As with everything, too much of a good thing is just as bad.

When we focus on seeking praise and avoiding criticism, we lose sight of our original intentions, suppress our own creativity, and let external opinions dictate our emotions. This can also diminish our enthusiasm for the creative process.

3. Based on your situation, I am making the following suggestions, which I believe will be beneficial for you to consider:

(1) Pay attention to your own feelings and work with your emotions first. Don't repress them.

(1) Pay attention to your own feelings and work with your emotions first, rather than repressing them.

Your statement indicates that you have unresolved psychological issues about "being recognized." When we don't receive recognition, our emotions fluctuate greatly. It's crucial to learn to pay attention to your feelings and become aware of your subconscious. You need to talk to yourself, listen to your own voice, and writing can be helpful. To avoid being influenced by external evaluations, you can record your self-expression without publishing it. Writing can also help you calm your anxieties.

We should also talk to or consult with more professional psychological practitioners. Under scientific guidance, we can slowly see our own emotions and reflect on our inner desires.

(2) Adjust your mentality and think dialectically about the feedback you receive.

(2) Adjust your mindset and think dialectically about the feedback you receive.

If we change our perspective on evaluation, we will gain new insights. We must take the initiative to make repeated new attempts to adjust our minds. When we realize that we have unconsciously begun to fall into past patterns, we must remind ourselves to wait. Evaluation stems from the projection of others, and there are as many Hamlets as there are people watching, so evaluation also has subjective characteristics. We cannot categorically say that our work is very bad. There is room for discussion of your work, and this is its own positive value.

On the other hand, we must establish our own evaluation criteria, combining the dimensions of others and ourselves, to think about our creative growth and see our own growth potential. We can continue to improve ourselves through learning and reading. We must not let it become a psychological crushing force that prevents us from creating with confidence.

(3) Find your passion for creativity and write your future with courage.

You will improve with practice. Success doesn't happen overnight. The process of growth is full of twists and turns. You need to gain strength through perseverance. Don't be too harsh on yourself. Don't put yourself under extreme psychological pressure.

For self-media creators, persistently outputting their work is essential for gradual flourishing. For us, creation and publication are meaningful. It's understandable if the work is not mature enough in the early stages. As the saying goes, "A tall building starts from the ground up." We're laying the foundation in practice.

When you enter the creative state, you must be undistracted. Give yourself positive psychological suggestions and concentration training before creating. Meditation before writing is helpful.

This is my entire answer.

Thank you for reading.

I hope you are well.

I am Liu Quanxi, a psychological counselor.

You can talk to me if you want to.

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Timothy Thompson Timothy Thompson A total of 2581 people have been helped

Hello! I totally get where you're coming from. When you read your own content again and again, you really want people to recognize your amazing work. But you're also a little nervous about what others might say.

The wonderful thing about language is that it can be used as a double-edged sword. Different expressions for the same meaning can also be different. This means that insightful comments can be adopted and corrected, which will also make us progress even more.

Let's just ignore those random, malicious comments!

Secondly, publishing content is our right to freedom of expression, and it is also the right of others to comment on it. This is a wonderful thing! We should not confuse the two and interfere with each other.

And don't let other people's comments affect you. This is a different topic. [An eagerly awaited release] You can tell that you actually really want to be recognized by others. If you care too much about other people's affirmation, it will make you suffer from gains and losses.

We absolutely have to give ourselves the most recognition!

Finally, don't dwell on negative comments! They don't matter. What matters is that you're growing and learning. No one will remember the article you wrote or the impression it made on them. They were just expressing their opinion. We can take it or leave it.

With constructive suggestions, we can correct the article and make ourselves better and better, and it's a process of improvement every time! The key is to really try to do it and grow through experience.

Not everyone is born to write articles, but that doesn't matter!

I really hope the original poster keeps writing and gets better and better!

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Marigold Martinez Marigold Martinez A total of 1608 people have been helped

If you get negative comments on your self-media posts, you might start to dwell on them. This can affect your creativity and make you keep dwelling on other people's comments. I can see that you are suffering, uneasy, anxious, and in pain. First, let me give the original poster a warm hug.

Let's talk about why you're posting on social media.

From a demand theory standpoint, posting media is a way to meet social needs. We want to connect with people who share similar interests, hobbies, or topics. And we also want positive feedback in the form of likes.

As a general rule, the number of likes, followers, and comments is what the internet industry uses to measure the quality of content.

It's totally normal to keep an eye on the number of likes and comments after you've published content. And it's also possible that the data won't meet expectations or that you'll get some unexpected comments.

This whole thing started with a comment that said, "This article is a bit bland and doesn't have much new information." It was that comment that made the original poster doubt himself and have trouble focusing on his writing.

I'd like to ask the questioner what the purpose of their content is.

If you're just recording your life, it doesn't matter if it's new or not. The process of recording it will make you happy anyway.

If you're posting something that's a bit on the dry side, it's better to get some feedback than none at all. At least you know he read your content.

Let's go back to how this comment made you feel. I get it. First, you were just thinking about whether it was really bad and how to improve your writing style. Then you started worrying about whether others would form a negative opinion of you because of this comment. This affected your entire creative mood.

It seems like there's been a lot of negativity lately.

It's normal to get negative comments from others. Nobody can please everybody. It's also normal to feel unhappy after getting negative comments and to think about whether the person is right and why they said what they did. The key is whether you can quickly move on from feeling unhappy and upset. Some people like to use the word "resilience" to describe this, which I think is quite appropriate.

I think the original poster could benefit from asking a few questions of their own:

1) Why am I posting this content? What am I hoping to achieve?

2) If my expectations aren't met right away, am I willing to keep going?

3) If my expectations aren't met, will this event itself bring me positive emotions?

4) Does just because someone says I'm no good make me no good? This question is actually related to 1).

5) Would you feel better if you deleted or hid the comment?

6) Have you tried responding to this comment? What is he looking for in terms of "novelty" or expectations? Is he a new reader or has he read a lot?

There's a ton of information out there on the internet, and it's not unusual to come across the same thing over and over. A lot of it is just different versions of the same thing.

It doesn't matter what you do, people will always question you, like when you're looking for a job or changing careers. What matters is your own inner determination and perseverance. Many people do a lot of things, but we only see the results of their success, not the hard work they put in along the way or the hardships they face in the initial stages. We're all in the same boat, and it's always difficult at the beginning.

I'm a heart exploration coach, Tianyang.

P.S. I'd like to write more about travel experiences. As a reader, I prefer to read travel guides. Please tell me what's fun about this place, what's not fun, why it's fun (e.g. pictures), what experiences and pitfalls there are in places that are fun, and how I can quickly have fun.

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Tucker Woods Tucker Woods A total of 5225 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm San San.

I'm also a creator, and I understand the feelings the original poster is talking about. When I've done my best to create an article that I'm happy with, as soon as I publish it, my phone will keep lighting up and going dark for at least an hour or even longer.

Yes, I was the one who hit the "light" button on the screen. After the work was published, I would check the platform where it was published almost every few seconds to see if anyone had liked, recommended, or commented on it.

I wouldn't praise myself unless someone else did first. I needed to be recognized by someone else before I could recognize myself.

At the time, I was really eager for external recognition. I wanted to be praised for my writing and wanted to be seen.

So, whenever someone gave me a compliment, I was really happy. I saw something similar in another author's comment section: "You wrote it so well, and one person wrote that it simply didn't match the character image in my mind." I didn't want to admit it, but that comment was about me.

I was really sensitive to negative comments because I was so focused on my reputation. I would ask for confirmation of a comment that seemed to be about me, just to make sure.

Maybe I was too close to it to understand, but at the time I didn't understand why I became so obsessed with external recognition. Looking back at this question from the original poster, I realize that during that period of time, I had nothing but writing. Or rather, apart from writing, I was a mess at everything else, and only writing could bring me a sense of achievement and satisfaction.

At the time, my college entrance exam results weren't great, I wasn't thrilled about the university location, and everything around me made me feel a bit out of place. My family didn't speak harshly to me, but they always mentioned which families' children had been accepted into the "985 and 211" universities.

I took this lack of recognition in the real world and transferred it to the internet.

When you quantify and visualize the word "recognition," it can only lead to more pain, not salvation.

I was looking for total approval, so I zeroed in on the negative comments and ignored the good ones. Even though the good comments made up 80% of the feedback, I was focused on the 20%.

I also think about the same things as the original poster: "Did I make a mistake here? Is the information here correct?"

"Will the readers like it?" Because of these concerns, I'm hesitant to put it down.

Let's make some more changes here.

But here's the thing: life isn't 100% good or 100% bad. If someone likes you, someone else will hate you, and vice versa.

Some people like passionate articles full of life, while others prefer a slower, more reflective style. Either way, there will always be people who enjoy reading them.

I'd like to share a quote from that period of "madness" that really resonated with me: "Thank you for seeing me."

It's great to be open to making changes based on constructive criticism. But is it unfair to be afraid to share your work because of one person's feedback?

I'm happy to answer this question! And I'd like to thank the person who asked it for making me think about myself.

I hope I can be of some help to the person who asked the question.

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Homer Homer A total of 1156 people have been helped

Dear questioner, My name is Yang Yiqing, and I'm a listening coach and PhD student in computer science. I love being questioned because it's an essential part of the research process.

Sometimes when you face questioning from an authority figure, you really do doubt yourself, and you feel indignant, thinking that they don't understand me. But look at it this way: there is merit in their questioning!

When it comes to your experiences, I want to say first of all that it's totally normal to feel a little anxious and uncertain. We all want to be recognized and receive positive feedback when sharing our creations, and it's only natural to feel a little troubled and uneasy when faced with criticism. But remember, you're doing great!

It's so important to realize that creativity is a process of continuous learning and growth! And every piece of feedback, whether positive or negative, is a valuable resource on the road to growth.

First, try to view criticism from a more forgiving perspective. You'll be amazed at how much you can learn from criticism, even if it's not positive! It can be seen as an incredible opportunity to inspire improvement and development.

Sometimes it reveals blind spots that we hadn't noticed before, and provides new directions for growth. At the same time, it's important to understand that not everyone is going to like our work, and that's part of the creative and sharing process—and that's okay!

That's the beauty of art and creativity! Everyone has different tastes and preferences.

Next, stay confident and believe in your own value! Everyone has a unique story and way of expressing themselves, and these are incomparable.

Your travel experiences and feelings may be a new inspiration to others. It is so important to believe in your uniqueness and continue to express yourself boldly!

Also, try to shift your focus from digital feedback to the creative process itself. Focus on why you started writing and the joy and satisfaction it brings you. It's so important to remember why you started writing in the first place!

Creativity should be for self-expression and satisfaction first and foremost—and it can be! Don't let the approval of others stand in the way of your creative journey.

And now for the best part! I'm thrilled to share with you a few books that I think you'll absolutely love. They're guaranteed to help and inspire you on your creative journey!

The Art of Creative Writing: This book is for anyone who loves to write! It offers insights into creative writing in any form.

It teaches readers how to explore and deepen their creative ideas and how to transform personal experiences into compelling stories.

"Flow: The Psychology of Creativity and Discovery." This book is an absolute must-read! It explores the incredible state of "flow" that people experience when they are fully engaged in an activity, including writing.

It can help you find that amazing feeling of losing track of time while you're totally immersed in your work!

The book "Just Write" is an absolute must-read for any writer looking to find their own unique voice and conquer their fears and self-doubt. It offers a wealth of writing exercises and personal reflection techniques that will help you tap into your creativity and overcome any obstacles you may face.

Each book dives deep into the challenges and joys of the creative process in its own unique way, offering practical advice and inspiration. We really hope that these tips and books will bring you some comfort and help you rediscover your passion and confidence!

And remember, every creator's journey is unique! So, embrace continuous learning and exploration, and make your journey meaningful!

I'm Yang Yiqing, your life coach! Life is an amazing journey, and every step is worth celebrating. Let's go forward together and make every day count!

I'd love to chat with you!

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Eadith Eadith A total of 8636 people have been helped

Good day, my name is Jane. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to connect with you.

From your description, I can understand your perspective. When our belongings are exposed to the public eye, we care a great deal about what others think. This is normal, as humans are social animals and by nature we seek the approval of others. However, in today's society, we often have a misperception of this sense of approval. For example, as you mentioned in your article, we often overreact to negative comments and do not feel anything about positive comments. It's akin to seeing a beautiful white garment with a single drop of ink on it.

As the adage goes, we are apprehensive about the opinions of others because we are preoccupied with the imperfections of our own character, failing to recognize our intrinsic value as a whole.

It is worth considering why we place such a high value on the opinions of others.

The subject and object.

If you regard yourself as an object in a relationship, you will be influenced by the opinions of others because, in your own mind, you are an object. You will lose your own subjectivity and be critical of yourself in every way, striving for perfection. The result is the opposite of what you want, so you will experience stress, doubt, and withdrawal, which will have a negative impact on your sense of well-being.

Self-debasement

Individuals who are overly concerned about the opinions of others often exhibit a significant bias against themselves, perceiving themselves as vulnerable, weak, and prone to making mistakes. Consequently, they internalize negative comments from others, leading to self-fulfilling prophecies in psychology. This often results in a tendency to accept the words of others uncritically.

Due to the limitations of the subconscious mind, individuals are inclined to seek evidence of their shortcomings in the face of negative feedback.

This is a form of self-debasement and self-fulfilling prophecy. Such individuals are particularly afraid of criticism and making mistakes because these things will confirm their own weakness, which is undoubtedly a cycle of harm.

As a result, they will opt to disengage and cease further participation.

Perfectionism

As previously stated, individuals who are overly concerned about the opinions of others are fearful of criticism and prone to making mistakes. This is the psychology of perfectionism, which does not necessarily imply a pursuit of excellence and perfection. Instead, they often resort to procrastination, withdrawal, and giving up. This is why perfectionism can impede the path to happiness.

What is the recommended course of action?

Let us consider writing as an example. The first step is to identify your own subjectivity. What is the purpose of your writing?

If your objective is to seek external recognition and present a perfect self to others, you will likely be disappointed by the result. This is because your heart is uncertain and you have an illusion of yourself, with no real feeling for yourself. The pursuit of external objects to satisfy inner desires is an endless process because you will never get a definite answer. The process is illusory and ethereal, and you will get uncertain information from an uncertain heart, which will lead to increasing self-doubt.

However, if you have a clear objective in mind, a clear understanding of every piece of feedback, and if everything is geared towards your objective, then your interpretation of negative comments will also become a stepping stone to help you grow.

Your objective in writing is no longer to seek external validation, but to develop your personal capabilities, clarify your own thoughts, and inspire others with your ideas. Regardless of the content you produce, you can only derive a sense of self-worth from it. Your original intention is to assist others in improving themselves and enhancing their sense of strength.

It is important to recognize that growth is a gradual process and that mistakes are not a cause for concern. This concept also applies to the journey of writing. It is not possible to reach the pinnacle of achievement in a single attempt, and every mistake and frustration is an integral part of the growth process.

It is essential to adopt an open-minded approach to learning, to cultivate self-identity through practice, to accumulate writing knowledge in our daily lives, and to identify a writing style that suits us in the process of continuous output. Over time, writing will become a daily habit, and the comments will cease to matter.

I hope you find this information useful.

I wish you the best of luck.

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Maison Maison A total of 8755 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Rose, and I'm so excited to listen to you and walk this journey with you.

From your writing, I can tell that you are in deep pain and therefore unable to continue writing. Let's chat about it! I'm here to help.

1. You'll love watching your posts and seeing what others think!

We care about how others perceive us, and we love to receive praise from others! It makes us feel good about ourselves, recognized, welcomed, and satisfied our need for love and belonging. And we're not alone!

In fact, we have this amazing belief that we can only belong to a group, be in line with the crowd, and feel at ease if we are recognized by others.

2. When we see others have a bad opinion of us, we feel bad. But there's a way to turn this around!

The more we care about how others perceive us, the more we have the opportunity to grow and learn from even the slightest negative feedback.

As a result, we have the opportunity to grow and learn! We can choose to accept the results of being criticized, accept the results that are not as we wish, and even more, accept this self that is being criticized by others. Use the evaluation standards of others as your own evaluation standards, rather than establishing your own evaluation system.

The great news is that other people's opinions are also beneficial to us! But the best part is that we can gain a more comprehensive and deeper understanding of ourselves. It's because we lack the cognitive evaluation of ourselves that we use the actions of others as a standard.

So, it's really important to get a more realistic understanding of yourself!

3. Maintaining Interpersonal Boundaries

It's so important to have clear boundaries in relationships! They're the key to maintaining your integrity. When we have no boundaries, we cross them and expect others to behave as we wish.

Similarly, we will do what others want us to do!

So, how do we establish clear boundaries? What is other people's business and what is our own?

And remember, we need to respect and accept others! After all, what others say about us is their business.

And the best part is, you get to decide how you do it—it's your own business and your own freedom!

Allowing others to be themselves and allowing ourselves to be ourselves is the way to establish clear boundaries. It's a win-win! We can freely express our thoughts and feelings, and others can also freely express their own feelings and thoughts.

And remember, just respect each other! Also, don't worry about other people's opinions. They don't represent how good your content is.

4. The platform for publishing content: Let's be more tolerant!

In the era of self-media, everyone is a creator! That means everyone is free to express their opinions, which is pretty amazing.

Someone reading your article from their own perspective is just experiencing their own feelings, and that's totally okay! It doesn't represent everyone, but it's still a great way to understand the quality of your article.

If you can write it out, it must have value, and it will influence others, even if they don't say so!

Let's be more tolerant of this amazing platform of freedom!

And don't forget to think about what your original intention was for being a self-media! As long as we are ourselves, we respect the rules of the platform and do not post unreasonable comments, we have the right to post any information!

5. Pay no mind to other people's opinions! They don't define you. You are the star of your own show.

The good news is that you can rebuild your self-confidence! All you have to do is stop caring so much about how others perceive you.

Doing things you like and are good at is a sure-fire way to boost your self-confidence!

And there's more! Learn how to love yourself and treat yourself well, and you'll respect yourself. Also, learn to accept your own shortcomings and imperfect self.

No matter what, always pay attention to your own feelings and thoughts! You are the star of your own show, and it's a great one!

I love you, the world, and I wish you well!

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Owen Simmons Owen Simmons A total of 6615 people have been helped

Hello!

We all live in a community, and we all want to be seen and affirmed. So I totally get why, after you post an article, you care a lot about how many people like and comment on it, as well as the content of these comments.

I think this is true for everyone. Since we've published the article publicly, we're excited to share it with as many people as possible. We hope that more people will read it, recognize it, recognize our hard work, and think that we wrote well. This is our positive expectation of ourselves!

When we're feeling confident and excited, we might see a comment that seems a little critical. It can feel a bit negative and surprising, but that's okay!

We can't accept it at the moment, but we still care a lot about this comment because it is so special and will linger in our minds for a long time. We'll even go so far as to speculate that this comment is perhaps a more serious and objective comment from someone else. In that case, we'll start to look for the reasons in ourselves and begin to doubt ourselves.

We'll keep thinking about what we've written and how we can make it better. How can we improve our writing style?

Oh, this could be a bit more exciting!

Maybe we're also worried that other people might think the same way? It's totally normal to be concerned about the quality of our content.

Then we start to worry that we're not good enough as people, and our self-confidence takes a bit of a hit. These thoughts turn into some negative comments about ourselves, and we find ourselves agreeing with them, as if they're confirming that we're not good enough.

When I create, I sometimes find myself thinking about these negative comments, which can make it a bit tricky to concentrate on the creative process. I often find myself thinking about my writing style and wondering how I can improve it further.

We all have room to grow! When we focus on other people's comments, it can feel like they're becoming us, and we might start to judge ourselves in a negative way.

It can be really tough to not care about other people's comments, especially when we put something out there and we're excited for others to see it and share their thoughts. But how can we let go of these negative comments and not be so obsessed with being special?

I think we can all agree that it would be really helpful to separate the issues, don't you think?

It's so important to be yourself! After all, we can't be anyone but ourselves, so let's focus on being the best version of ourselves we can be.

We are not others, we are ourselves. And only after we become ourselves can we become a better version of ourselves! We must believe in ourselves and enjoy the process of becoming ourselves.

On the other hand, we're all different, with different personalities, different concerns, and different preferences. When reading an article, some people like it and some don't. That's just because we all have different tastes!

Some folks just write critical comments. They like to find fault with everything they see, but that's okay! It's just their personal habit. Of course, it's an expression of their personality, since they need to comment that way.

Let them be themselves. It's not really about becoming our own selves, is it? We allow ourselves to be ourselves, and we also allow them to be themselves.

We can't control how others comment on us, but we can control how we present ourselves. It's our job to be the best version of ourselves and to know what kind of person we want to be.

I highly recommend reading the book "You Are the Answer" by the amazing psychology master Wu Zhihong. In it, Wu Zhihong teaches us that we are already the best version of ourselves!

We can't just ignore what others say, but we can't let it get to us either.

If you do things from the heart, this is the result: you often show abilities far beyond your level. You are you, unique and special—and that's a wonderful thing!

Just be yourself, no limits! Live your life the way you like, my friend.

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Alexander Hamilton Alexander Hamilton A total of 5041 people have been helped

The original poster is very nice.

I'm Kelly Shui.

[After posting anxiety/anxiety-after-posting-self-media-content-due-to-bad-comments-23852.html" target="_blank">self-media content, anxiety caused by bad comments]

The question asked by the original poster made me think about myself. We must accept and learn to be open-minded, and we can do this by practicing.

[Sharing a story]

We all know that being oneself is a game for the brave. Only a very small minority of people are able to be aware of their own feelings.

Exploring yourself through something that happened is not a reason to keep refreshing the page after posting content.

It's about your own needs. Some people post content without realizing it, while others care a lot about likes and comments.

Everyone has different expectations, and there is no right or wrong, good or bad.

I remember when I first started answering questions on Yi Xin Li, I also encountered some criticism. At that time, I was very angry. I was answering questions to help others, and I don't care what anyone else thinks about it.

Once I recognized that my desire for recognition and appreciation was rooted in my lack of confidence and a "helper complex," I had a different way of thinking after reaching about 500 answers.

By answering the questions, I have created my own cognitive world. By answering the questions, I have identified my shortcomings and limitations, and I am now inspired to learn.

Everything has two sides. There's no doubt that praise can make us feel comfortable and proud in the short term. We wrote an article about our travel experiences because we wanted to share our feelings. We published it with high expectations.

This article is bland and offers nothing new.

It's disappointing, but that doesn't mean the article isn't worthwhile.

You expressed your thoughts and feelings, for example.

For example, let's be honest: do we write articles to be praised?

When we become aware, we know our writing is meaningful. I have also experienced the same confusion, so I have shared my story with you.

Your question also gave me strength and healing. It confirmed that such thoughts are common to most people and a universal human problem.

I am good at thinking.

You are a sensitive person with a sharp mind. You have thought long and hard about this comment, wondering if you really did write poorly and how you can improve your writing style.

This incident has inspired you to realize more of your potential. You will also summarize and find new ways.

We must understand that we are worried others will form a negative opinion of us because of this comment. This realization will help us see that we care about the opinions of others.

Every great literary figure or artist has suffered criticism and accepted dissenting voices.

You will not always be like this. When we are aware and willing to concentrate on re-creation, although we cannot continue writing halfway through at the moment, it does not mean that you will always be like this.

I am certain that through this question, you will also receive different perspectives. When you realize that you have been immersed in other people's opinions of you, and are willing to write down your question, it shows that you have already begun to change.

We can choose to remain bound by this evaluation, or we can put it in a box and include other comments we don't like. We can take a detour.

You are the master of your own destiny. Your articles and yourself are unique, so believe in yourself.

Read these books: "Yes to Life," "A Life Not Defined," and "The Art of Being."

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Katharina Katharina A total of 1158 people have been helped

Hello! I really hope my answer can help you in some way.

I totally get it! I used to have the same worries as you, especially when posting on my Moments. I was really concerned about the number of likes and comments. If there were some bad comments about me, I would dwell on it and become really entangled in internal conflict. Back then, the purpose of posting on my Moments was also to get likes and the attention of others because I was really lacking in affirmation and attention. I cared so much about the number of likes and comments from others because I felt like I needed to be recognized and paid attention to. Now that I've become a person who is sufficiently recognized and respects myself, I don't need to determine my own existence through the number of likes and comments from others because I am really sure of myself. I have a stable and constant object within me, and I will have a sense of security. Even when faced with criticism and negativity from others, I can still understand and accept myself.

I really want to help you, so here's my advice:

1. Take some time to think about what your unmet needs are. Your unmet needs might be the reason you're having trouble concentrating on your work right now.

When you read his comment, what unmet need is causing you to feel uncomfortable? Is it the need to be affirmed? I'm here to help you figure it out!

When he says that your writing is unoriginal and a bit bland, you feel that it really is not very good. So you think that this means "not good," but he only said that it is unoriginal and a bit bland, and did not say that it is "not good." Perhaps from his point of view, your writing is outstanding, with clear logic, a clear structure, and rich in philosophy. But perhaps the content is all about things he already knows, so he uses his own standards to judge it and feels that it does not give him the "surprise" he wants. This does not mean that it is also bland and unoriginal for other people. The reason you are caught up in this is because you feel his negativity, and you even feel that it is a kind of rejection of you – you are worried that others will form a negative opinion of you personally because of this comment.

I can see that this is what you're most afraid of: negative comments and rejection from others about who you are as a person.

Maybe your main need is to be recognized, because you don't recognize yourself enough and you lack internal recognition of yourself. It's totally normal to want external recognition! But when you don't get it, it can be really scary because you're afraid that others won't like you. And what does it mean if others don't like you? Does it mean that you're not good enough?

Does it mean you're not valuable? Does it mean you're not worthy of love?

But you know, whether we are good enough, whether we are valuable, and whether we are worthy of love is not defined by others, and even less so by someone you have never met and who knows nothing about you, based on just one article!

It's so important to recognize our own needs and learn to satisfy them. When you crave recognition from others, it's not enough to care whether others recognize you or not. You need to learn to supplement your own psychological nutrition and recognize and affirm yourself. Even if others deny you, you can still choose to support and affirm yourself, rather than identifying with others' denial and beginning to doubt yourself. This way, you can gradually have a stable core.

2. Return the other person's evaluation to them. It's not yours, it's theirs, and you don't have to agree with it or accept it.

We can also try to respond to other people's comments in a way that shows we're not agreeing with them. For example, Li Zhongying once suggested saying something like this: When someone points out something they think you could improve on, you can thank them for their feedback and then move on.

In other words, when the other person has finished expressing himself, it's important to remember that it's only his expression and has nothing to do with you. You can then return his evaluation to him, which is only his evaluation, not yours. You can also say goodbye to him, which is also saying goodbye to his evaluation.

You can also give this exercise a try, which is called "Surrender on the chessboard." Doing it over and over again can help us establish boundaries and inner order. So, make sure you practice it often!

First, you need to figure out what you're responding to. This is someone else's opinion, criticism, or evaluation of you. Let's say it's, "My writing is unoriginal and a bit bland."

Then, it's time to experience this evaluation and feel what it's like to have someone make this evaluation of you. You've already done this, and it was a very deep experience, but we'd like to do the next step a little more.

Then, take a moment to really feel what shape and texture the opinion is, and where in your body it is located. You might find it's a sharp, smelly, hard stone in the heart area, for example.

Next, take a deep breath, take two steps back, and enter the role of the observing self. See that in your subconscious mind there is a chessboard, and the thing you just evaluated has landed in a certain position on the chessboard.

You see that this chessboard is your own, and there is another chessboard that belongs to someone else. We return this pile of evaluations, which came from the other person's chessboard, to them.

You say, "Thank you for your comment, but I appreciate that it's only your opinion, based on your background, and that it doesn't apply to me."

Then, you just pop the object right back onto the other person's board.

Take a deep breath and say to yourself, "I don't need to let this become a part of me. I choose to remove this from my subconscious because it does me no good. I don't need to load up on this. Thank you for this experience, it has made me stronger."

3. Nurture your sense of self-worth and create a supportive inner circle to help you make decisions that are right for you. This way, you can stay calm and confident in your choices, even when others have different opinions.

As I mentioned before, it's because we don't have a stable internal evaluation system and an internal sense of certainty about ourselves that we can be swayed by external evaluations. But when you have a very stable internal self-evaluation system, when you are very sure of how you exist, when you are clear about your own good and bad points, your strengths and weaknesses, your strengths and weaknesses, what you want and don't want, etc., then you can achieve the state that Mr. Dong Yuhui talks about: when everyone says I'm good, I know I'm not really that good; and when everyone scolds me, I know I'm not really that bad. That's why Mr. Dong Yuhui is so stable in the face of the chaos in the outside world: he knows what he wants and what he doesn't want. He's not confused by all kinds of voices, but can calmly and unswervingly do what he really wants to do.

So, take a moment to get back to yourself. What was your original intention for creating? Was it just to get more likes and comments?

Or maybe you're just inherently passionate about creating, and even if someone rejects it, you can still stick to your own creative path and still enjoy the creative process?

You've got the answer right there inside you. The above is just a helpful guide. Sending you lots of love!

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Bradford Xavier Kirkland Bradford Xavier Kirkland A total of 644 people have been helped

Hello, I'm Qiuzi, and I'm happy to answer your question.

As someone who's been in your shoes, I get it. I think this is something every self-media person will experience. I'd like to share a quote with you:

It's part of the job for any creator to be able to handle bad reviews.

As a creator, you'll always have to deal with bad reviews. It doesn't matter who you are or how good your work is. As long as you're still creating and people are still watching, there will always be bad reviews.

Mo Yan won the Nobel Prize in Literature, but some people still think his writing is pretty rough. They say it's like the composition of a primary school student.

Liu Cixin's "The Three-Body Problem" won the highest international award in the field of science fiction literature, but some people still criticized his writing as poor and illogical. I've been working in internet entrepreneurship for more than three years, but I'm just a small-time self-media person, and I often get bad reviews in the background. Some people even tell me to quickly cancel my account.

It can be really frustrating when you get a bad review. But there's not much you can do to stop people from leaving them or block them. So here are some ways I've learned to deal with bad reviews over the years:

First, it's important to know the difference between a true bad review and a fake one.

True bad reviews are objective criticisms of errors and deficiencies pointed out by the audience after carefully viewing the work. Fake bad reviews are personal attacks outside the context of the work.

How would you classify this comment? Is it a genuine bad review or a fake one? If it's the latter, we should ignore it. If it's the former, we should take it seriously.

So how do we take it seriously? This is the second thing I want to talk about. We need to think about the value of bad reviews.

You said you started to think about this review on your own, wondering if it was really poorly written and how you could improve it. You're realizing its value in these ways, and it's possible you've improved because of this review.

I've also seen improvements as a result of this when I was creating:

Someone said that I wrote the book review without even reading the book, so I went back and read it three, five, or even ten times. The more I read, the more I gained.

Some people say my writing lacks perspective and depth, and that I'm just rambling nonsense. I then ask myself what I really want to say, forcing myself to think clearly and write clearly. Over time, I've learned to express myself in a structured way.

Someone said that the article I published had a lot of typos and that I didn't know how to use punctuation. So I checked it several times before sending it, trying not to make any mistakes, and no one said that anymore.

The people who leave bad reviews are the ones who have taken the time to read our content. They're here to give feedback and encourage us to make progress. We should be grateful for their input.

Third, you said that you're worried that others will have a negative opinion of you because of this review and that you can't concentrate on your work. From my own experience, I can tell you that you're worrying too much!

People who like you will still like you, and they won't change just because of one bad review. So don't just focus on the bad reviews, but also turn around and read more positive reviews. Those words of appreciation and encouragement will give us a lot of strength.

It's important to remember that there will always be people who don't like our work, and there will always be people who do. As long as we keep creating, there will always be people who like it. And as long as our work gets better and better, more and more people will like it.

Don't let negative reviews discourage you. Keep up the good work!

I hope this is helpful. Best regards.

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Albertina Albertina A total of 9958 people have been helped

After I post content, I can't wait to see how many people like it, comment on it, and what they say in their comments!

When we post or share content online, we're really hoping to get lots of likes, comments, and positive feedback. And we're also really excited to meet people who share our interests online! That's the whole point of sharing, isn't it? We're hoping to find lots of like-minded people with whom we can really connect!

So after we publish, in fact, many people will often go back and see what they have published and whether they will receive any replies or responses—and that's a great thing!

Last month, I wrote an article about my travel experiences and published it with great expectations. I was excited to see what people would think! But soon after, I saw a comment saying, "This article is a bit bland and doesn't offer anything new." I started thinking about this comment over and over again, wondering if I could improve my writing style.

The feedback we receive will definitely include both good and bad points, and these good and bad points will have different natures.

Some of the voices against us are because we really have imperfections, because there are people outside and there are people outside the sky. But that's okay! We can use internal reflection to better improve and enhance ourselves.

We may not be number one in any field, but that's okay! There's no mistake or missing part.

So when we receive these suggestions, we can use internal reflection to make ourselves even better!

And some are just different points of view!

For example, if we serve a delicious hot pot, people who love Sichuan and Chongqing flavors will be thrilled to try a double-boiler hot pot. It's a unique and exciting way to share food!

And there's more! We can also learn some ways to regulate our emotions and take the feedback we receive with an open mind.

If some feedback is positive and reasonable advice or an objective description of the other person's feelings, then we can improve if we have it, and be encouraged if we don't. It is also a way of learning from the side and improving ourselves—and it's a great way to grow!

If some feedback is extremely negative, extreme, and serious enough to affect our daily lives and emotional state, we can also follow some of the rules on the platform to protect our rights within reasonable limits. This is a great way to ensure we are treated fairly and respectfully!

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Jacob Miller Jacob Miller A total of 4530 people have been helped

Greetings,

Good morning. My name is Yang Mengnan, and I am a psychological counselor at One Mind.

A meticulous examination of the text in question reveals a profound sense of anxiety pertaining to the author's creative output. This anxiety appears to intensify in response to unfavorable reviews or suboptimal performance indicators.

This ultimately results in a lack of motivation to engage in the act of writing articles, coupled with an acute sensitivity to the opinions of others. It is therefore imperative to consider potential avenues for addressing this predicament.

In addition, I maintain my own We Media account and review the data periodically following the publication of new content. This practice is likely driven by a desire to assess the quality of the material we create and to gauge its creative impact. By analyzing the data, we can make informed adjustments to our content.

Therefore, the quality of the data is inconsequential; it is the subjective interpretation of the data that is of primary importance.

You previously indicated that you would consistently be preoccupied with the opinions of others and expressed concern that they might form negative perceptions of you as a result. Let us examine this assertion together.

The hypothesis that others will form a negative opinion of us based on the article we wrote remains to be tested. It is reasonable to assume that users have different personalities, and that this hypothesis may indeed prove to be true. Furthermore, it is important to note that other people's opinions are based on their own growth experiences, and that these experiences are not within our control.

We shall now examine the article in question to ascertain whether it truly merits the criticism of being "not very original" and "a bit bland." It would be interesting to know whether this article has received any positive reviews.

What is the significance of these positive reviews and commendations?

Subsequently, one must alter one's perspective. If one concurs with the unfavorable assessment, how might this impact one's own performance? Conversely, if one does not concur, what are the potential consequences?

Which of these two options do you believe will be more beneficial to you?

We are aware of the optimal course of action.

Best regards,

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Evelyn Thompson Evelyn Thompson A total of 3384 people have been helped

Hello.

From what you said, it's clear that you care a lot about other people's comments, especially negative ones. You think about them over and over again, and they affect you so much that you are now afraid to post anything. You dwell on those negative comments.

This situation is very common. At school, we care a lot about what our teachers and classmates think. At work, we care a lot about what our boss thinks and what our colleagues say.

You care a lot about what your boss thinks and what your colleagues say.

Feedback from others is a powerful tool for self-discovery. A positive evaluation boosts our confidence, while constructive criticism helps us identify areas for improvement and guides our growth.

We regard feedback and comments from others as a means of understanding ourselves and better positioning our value and abilities.

This is how we get to know ourselves better, understand our value, and know our strengths and weaknesses. This is how we know our true worth.

However, if you have never felt how valuable you are, what your strengths are, and you only position yourself based on a comment or evaluation from someone else, this is dangerous.

Negative comments can hit you harder because you don't have a realistic view of yourself. If you take everything others say at face value, you will be easily frustrated.

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Avery Elizabeth Hall Avery Elizabeth Hall A total of 9920 people have been helped

Hello, I can relate to your situation. I've been there. It's tough when you put your heart and soul into something and then get called "boring and unoriginal." It's a real blow to the ego.

This situation could be linked to social anxiety or creative anxiety in psychology, where people often pay close attention to and emotionally react to the feedback of others after public expression.

In psychology, we know that people tend to compare themselves to others and care about how their actions and results are seen by others. This is an important part of human social nature. But the Internet has made it easier for creators to get caught up in public opinion and pay too much attention to negative comments, which can affect their self-perception and creative motivation.

A well-known writer once shared his journey. In his early years, he also suffered from the cold treatment and negative comments about a certain work, and he was once in a state of self-doubt. However, he gradually realized that creation itself is a process of continuous exploration and growth. Each work cannot possibly satisfy the tastes of all readers, and one should not waver in one's beliefs due to temporary criticism.

He should learn to take valuable suggestions from criticism while maintaining his unique style.

We can actually look at this issue like this:

Every original piece of content published on the internet is the result of a spark of inspiration, and they have their own unique value. The opinions of commentators are just one perspective of many readers, and their views don't represent the whole picture, nor are they necessarily completely accurate.

We need to learn to tell the difference between constructive criticism and meaningless accusations. We should see the former as a chance to improve ourselves, while ignoring the latter.

In light of your current situation, I have a few suggestions for you:

1. Self-acceptance:

It's okay to react to comments, but don't dwell on them. Remember that everyone has their own aesthetic and preferences, and there's no need to force conformity.

2. Adjust your mindset:

Instead of focusing on the number of likes and positive comments you get, focus on the joy of self-expression and sharing, and the growth you get from the creative process.

3. Learn to filter.

If you get a negative comment, take a step back and think about why it was said. You might be able to turn it into a positive by using it to help you improve. If you get an insignificant or malicious attack, don't pay it any mind.

4. Reframe your goals.

Think about your creative goals. Are you looking to improve your self-expression, record your life, or share your insights? Or are you just looking for external recognition?

5. Look for support:

You can swap ideas with other creators to find common ground, or get advice from professionals on how to handle social anxiety online.

At the end of the day, remember that you own your work. One or two comments don't change your value or talent.

Keep up the good work and your unique skills will be noticed and appreciated. Best of luck!

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Justin Justin A total of 8100 people have been helped

Hello, question asker, I'm here for you. I can see that you feel anxious and uneasy when faced with negative comments. In the Internet age, the popularity of self-media has made our creations more closely linked to the comments of others.

It's totally normal to feel anxious and worried when you're a self-media creator and you get negative comments.

So let's be clear: everyone has their own opinions and preferences, and comments are just their personal views, not an indication of your value or ability.

I know it can be tough, but I'm here to help! Here are a few things to keep in mind:

It's okay to feel upset when you read negative comments, but try to stay calm.

It's totally normal to feel a bit down when you get some negative comments. But remember, you can't please everyone all of the time!

2. Evaluate objectively:

It's okay to feel a little down when you read negative comments. But remember, they're just people sharing their opinions, and you're doing great! Try to see them as feedback and an opportunity to improve your writing skills. Take the helpful suggestions to heart, and learn to filter out the comments that are inappropriate or unconstructive. You've got this!

3. Find support:

It's totally normal to feel down when you're facing some tough comments. But remember, you're not alone! Share your struggles with other social media creators or friends. They may be able to offer advice and support to help you regain motivation and confidence.

4. Focus on your writing, my friend!

I know it can be tough, but try to focus on your creative work and not be overly concerned about external evaluations. Believe in your talent and passion, persevere with your writing, and gradually improve your writing skills. You've got this!

5. Stay positive!

There are 1,000 Hamlets for every reader, so you're in great company! I love that you write about your travel experiences. Whether you want to record them or share them, I think it's great.

Just think about the original intention of your creation and do it with a positive attitude!

You've got this! Believe in your own value and ability, and enjoy the creative process.

I'd also like to suggest a few books that I think you'll really enjoy! They are: "Write My Heart," "Behavioral Design," "Writing is an Art," and "The Courage to Be Disliked."

I love you, the world and I love you too! Blessings to you! ??

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Osborn Davis The fairness of a teacher in evaluation is a cornerstone of students' trust in the learning process.

I understand how much it can hurt to receive criticism, especially when you put your heart into something. Maybe focusing on the feedback as an opportunity to learn could help shift your perspective. Every writer has their own journey and not every piece will resonate with everyone. It's important to remember that.

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Walker Thomas The more one knows about different topics, the more they can be a catalyst for positive change.

It sounds like this comment has really weighed on you. Sometimes we need to give ourselves permission to not be perfect. Everyone has off days or moments where their work doesn't turn out as expected. Try to embrace the imperfections and see them as part of your growth as a writer.

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Brody Thomas The man who succeeds above his fellows is the one who early in life, clearly discerns his object, and towards that, he habitually directs his powers.

You've opened up about feeling stuck because of what others think. One thing that might help is setting personal goals for your writing that aren't based on external validation. Write for the joy of expressing yourself rather than seeking approval. This can take the pressure off and make the process more enjoyable again.

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Tanner Davis If you value your reputation, be honest.

I can relate to how tough it is when someone's opinion shakes your confidence. But remember, one person's view doesn't define your worth or talent. Maybe try sharing your work with trusted friends or mentors who can offer constructive feedback. They might highlight strengths you didn't even notice.

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Maeve Gold An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.

It's clear you're passionate about your writing, and that's what matters most. Consider using this experience as fuel to refine your craft. Not all feedback will be positive, but it's how you respond that shapes your path forward. Keep experimenting and evolving in your style.

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