Transhumanism

Here’s What Writers and Readers Can Learn From Lady Gaga.

Resilience and confidence prevent petty critics from ruining creative dreams.

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Introduction

I want to start this uplifting message with a disclaimer.

This article is by no means a call or reference for arrogance and superiority but a suggestion for authentic self-confidence. I dearly value humility, wisdom, altruism, compassion, and empathy. So does Lady Gaga.

A few private emails from our writers motivated me to write this article. My views stemming from my experience may apply to many writers or even other professionals, especially aspiring entrepreneurs.

I don’t want to go into details about the emails, but in a nutshell, some writers are afraid of online bullying and even criticism on Medium. Some readers are so cautious that they are afraid of leaving comments on articles, following profiles, or even clapping more than once for fear of criticism.

I acknowledge the online anxiety and fear. Medium, even social media, is new to some of us. There is always the fear of unknowns. Unfortunately, some online bullies hiding behind their keyboards intensify this fear for beginners. But nothing to be feared! Let’s take a…