Be Responsive

If you think it cannot be fixed, step out of the way and allow people who want to try. The fact that nobody has done it before doesn't mean it cannot be done. The fact that it seems impossible does not mean it's really impossible. The fact that it's been tried without success does not mean it cannot be successful with a different person and approach. This proverb is to help ward off any negative energy around you.  The irony of negative criticism is that it tells us more about the person criticizing than the person being criticized. Almost every negative critic has ego problems. And their criticizing you is not because they disagree or disbelief your stance. They criticize because it helps them to feel good about themselves. It's an ego defense strategy. They usually feel threatened by your competence or potential success. But suffice to say that criticism is more complex than can be analyzed in this space. Negative criticism don't always mean the person is evil or is a hater.  People don't always come across the way they mean to. So don't be paranoid towards every critic or criticism. Instead of reacting, choose to respond. There is difference between the two. A reaction is typically quick, tense and aggressive action done without much thought whereas a response is thought-out, gentle and non-threatening. Be responsive!