Responding to Trolls

Summary: Lauryn and Michael Bosstick discuss how they handle online criticism, particularly concerning parenting. Lauryn shares an anecdote about a troll who criticized her for improperly using a car seat (it was a stroller). They emphasize the importance of ignoring negativity and focusing on one's own path, offering a memorable line for dealing with trolls: "The coyotes howl and the caravan keeps moving."

• 🗣️ Car Seat Debacle: Lauryn recounts an incident where someone online criticized her for seemingly misusing a car seat, which was actually a stroller. She responded directly and assertively to the critic.
• 🙅 Not the One to Troll: Lauryn asserts her stance on not tolerating trolls and advises people to direct their negativity elsewhere.
• caravan Keep Moving: Michael offers a useful analogy for dealing with trolls: "The coyotes howl and the caravan keeps moving." This emphasizes the importance of continuing on one's path despite outside noise.
• 🤔 Empathy for Trolls: Michael tries to understand the motivations behind trolling behavior, suggesting that it often stems from personal pain, insecurity, or inadequacy.
• ✨ Focus on Your Own Life: The speakers encourage listeners to redirect the energy spent on criticizing others towards improving their own lives.

Key Takeaway: Don't let the noise of trolls distract you from your journey. Focus on your own path and keep moving forward.