Why Every Writer Needs a Few Haters (And How to Use Them)

Haters: Your Unlikely Writing Coaches

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If you’re a writer, you’ve most likely received negative comments, rude criticism, or even individuals who simply don’t enjoy what you create. At first, it hurts. You may feel like throwing in the towel. But what if I informed you that to have a few haters is, in fact, a good thing?

Yes, you read that right. Haters can be used to grow — if you know how to use them.

A hater is just a fan who cares too much — just in the wrong way.

In this article, I will discuss:

• Why haters are secretly useful
• How to handle mean comments without losing confidence
• How to transform hatred into motivation
• When to do nothing at all

Let’s get started.

1. Haters Mean You’re Being Noticed

No one hates a writer no one reads.

If someone cares enough to point out your flaws, they read what you wrote. Just imagine — would you rather not receive any feedback or have at least some form of response, even if it’s bad?