This morning I woke up to a comment on a post I had shared into a mummy group on social media and it wasn't nasty but it wasn't kind either. It has been deleted since, by the author or admin, I'm not sure and although I have tried to let it go, it really is bothering me and I feel like I need to express how it's made me feel.
Ok, so we are all entitled to our own opinion but please think about what you are writing before you press send on your comment and the impact it could cause on that individual as most small businesses are owned by just one person, a human being, like myself, which makes any negative feedback very upsetting. Something that you think may cause very little upset, could in fact knock them to their lowest point.
I'm just a mum, trying to support my family by trying to keep my business, that I love, going strong. In these uncertain times especially, us mums should be supporting each other, not dragging each other down. We are all doing the same job of trying to bring our children up in a positive world and I try to stay positive at all times for my little boy but it's hard when you get knocked down yourself.
But saying that, I am trying to find a positive in this situation and I am speaking out whereas normally I would keep it in. I already feel better after typing this all out! My work and style may not be for everyone but I am proud of it. Every time someone likes or shares my page and posts, every time a client leaves a review, every time someone books with me, it means the absolute world and I do a little happy dance inside! Photography is my life and I won't stop as long as it keeps making me happy.
So please remember, it's ok to talk about your feelings. Please don't bottle it up. My inbox is always open if you need to chat!
Be kind and stay safe.
Daisy x
