Why Trolls Attack: The Surprising Sign You’re On the Path to Success
In other words…congratulations. You’re achieving something!
That doesn’t mean it doesn’t sting. It does. Writers are human, after all. We pour ourselves onto the page, and trolls aim straight for the tender parts. But the worst thing you can do is meet them on their level. Trading insults or getting defensive never ends well, and it almost always gives them exactly what they want: attention.
The most powerful response is professionalism.
When you do choose to respond, do it calmly, respectfully, and briefly. A measured reply doesn’t just reflect well on you, it exposes the troll for who they are. Readers are smart. They can spot the difference between someone offering thoughtful criticism and someone just looking to stir the pot. Your tone becomes your armor.
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