Your imagination

We assume that some people have negative thoughts about our work – quiet thoughts that are never relayed to us.

But isn't it reasonable to assume that other people have positive thoughts about our work – other quiet thoughts that are never relayed to us?

Not all detractors will be vocal about it. They will quietly dismiss your work.

And not all supporters will be vocal about it. They will quietly love your work.

When you're imagining what people think, don't waste time on the detractors. Think instead about all the positive reviews that never make it to print. The praise that is never spoken. The affection that some of your fans keep in the quiet of their hearts.

The good stuff is out there, even if you don't always hear it.