Twitter is such a supportive community to be in. As your following grows you can always find someone to bounce ideas with, find appreciation, conversation and a great ammount of flow. No small feat in our current culture! Funny how life always has what we desire or need, just not always at our reach or within our immediate circle.

As for your “day job” as you put it, you might try unabashedly asking for the positive side. Say someone is angry and criticizing your work. Listen closely and try to understand. Then, ask: “Is there anything you feel I am getting right?” That question will open a window for that person to consider a wider feedback, moving away from the strong defensiveness that informs relentless criticism. Try it. You might be surprised by the outcome.

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and so glad to make your acquaintance!