HealthyGamerGG Dr. K Chats with @aliabdaal
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Jun 10, 2024 
Dr. K chats with Ali Abdaal, a fellow doctor turned content creator, about writing a book, ego dissolution, and imposter syndrome. They discuss handling criticism, credibility of traditional publishing, transitioning from medicine, embracing identity, and navigating insecurities in entrepreneurship.
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Avoiding Negative Reviews
- Ali Abdaal avoids negative reviews online, following advice from other creators.
- He once read criticism on a gossip forum and found it emotionally upsetting.
Navigating Online Criticism
- Online criticism is rarely fair, as critics often have ulterior motives like attracting attention.
- However, unfair criticism can still contain valuable insights, so consider the critic's goals.
Book vs. YouTube Criticism
- Ali Abdaal feels more vulnerable to criticism of his book than his YouTube videos.
- He attributes this to the perceived higher prestige and greater time investment in book writing.