When you’re running a page on social media, whether it’s for yourself or your business, you can expect to get comments throughout the days and weeks from different people. Some of these comments will put a smile on your face as people leave compliments and say positive things to you.
However, not all comments are good. Some people leave negative comments on social media for various reasons. For example, they might not agree with something you’re doing or saying, or they might feel jealous and want to take that out on you. No matter the cause of the negativity, knowing how to handle these types of comments is a must.
Here are a few tips on responding to opinions!
Keep It Positive
When responding to the opinions of others, try to keep it professional and upbeat. You don’t have to agree with their negativity or the things they’re saying, but you can shut it down by responding with a decent response.
If it’s a complaint about something business-related, address the concern and see what you can do to make the situation better. If it’s someone who has a different opinion than you, let them know that they’re entitled to their opinion. It’s better to take the high road than get into a verbal altercation online with people you don’t know and may never see in person.
Your response to their commentary says a lot about you as a person. It shows others that you’re mature enough to respond politely instead of getting angry or argumentative with random people.
Don’t Let It Get You Down
It’s normal to feel upset by something negative commented on your social media. It’s not easy to handle comments from people who don’t agree with you or have nothing nice to say about you, your business, or your way of life. It tends to hurt even more when people decide to pick on your physical appearance, making jabs about how you look, what you wear, or even how you apply your makeup.
But, of course, you’re only human, and it’s normal to feel sad when someone has something negative to say, but don’t let it ruin your day. Remember, people who talk badly about others are miserable within themselves. They’re not happy with their lives, so they decide to take their anger out on others. It’s not worth getting upset or out of character over. An opinion is just an opinion, and you don’t have to agree with it.
Delete the Negativity and Block People When Necessary
When you have a social media presence online, the negativity can get out of hand at times. But, unfortunately, online trolls exist. These people often create fake pages to victimize others, hurling insults at them to make them feel unimportant and as if their opinions don’t matter. Dealing with trolls is difficult. Even though you know they’re hiding behind a screen and aren’t willing to show who they are when they’re being bullied; it still hurts to think that someone could be so mean.
Sometimes, the best thing to do is delete the negativity and block the individuals making such horrible comments. While they might make new accounts and try again to leave negative comments, the block button exists for a reason. Use it to your advantage to block negativity from your life and your social media pages. You don’t need to leave anyone on your page who has bad things to say about you and your opinions.
[azonpress_tables id=”24″]Spread Positivity to Others
Make an effort to spread positivity on social media. When you’re kind to others, you’re more likely to receive that same level of kindness back. While there will still be trolls here and there, the positive will outweigh any negativity sent your way. Create a safe space within your social media community for people to talk openly, discuss different opinions, and have fun without judgment. It’s okay to speak your mind and have different thoughts, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to discuss those opinions. If you’re ever responding to views of others on any social media site, such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or TikTok, think before you speak and remember to keep it professional.
Handle the Negative Comments Like a Pro
If you’re using social media and posting regularly, expect to get some negative comments from time to time. While the good outweighs the bad, the negativity can get you down. Know how to handle it without getting worked up. Don’t let the opinions of others impact you or your way of living.
Understand that people think and feel differently. Spread positivity on your platform, keep a positive mindset and delete or block anyone who starts posting negative stuff on your posts and photos. Once you start thinking this way, you’ll no longer worry about the negative people who have toxic things to say online.