Looking at today’s world, it is so easy to get overwhelmed by the negativity around us. We all experience bad talk and criticisms on a daily basis which in turn affect our entire mood and sometimes our reactions to others as well.
Our ability to thrive in these moments and be positive is really tested. We need to learn to develop a sense of humor about these situations otherwise we will find ourselves in an endless sea of resentment and doubt.
You know what, just Shake It Off!
Everybody has their own unique way to do it, some may prefer dancing, exercise, singing or just a brisk walk with a breath of fresh air. Ever watched a dripping wet dog after it comes out of water or a pool? Once it’s on dry land it just shakes it off. Just a simple back and forth motion and all the unwanted water is sprayed in every direction, after which the dogs walks off like nothing happened.
Not all criticisms are bad,some maybe constructive too. Hence shrugging off all criticisms might not be a good idea. Just examine yourself once and if you feel the person is right, appreciate him for his observations and then improve yourself.
People can say whatever they want about us at anytime and we cannot control that, the only thing we can control is our reaction to it, and  we have two options: you can either let it get to you, change you, let it make you bitter or not trust people, or you can descend into insanity if you want or you can just Shake it off, live by your own music, march to your own drum and be free of the negativity spread by people. Be yourself, the only standard you need to live up to is your own, everything else just SHAKE IT OFF!!