How to Deal with Naysayers

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How to Deal with Naysayers

https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-deal-with-naysayers

Got a few naysayers in your life? Episode 102 of Faithful on the Clock gives pointers on how to deal both with them and the feelings they ignite inside of you.

Timestamps:

[00:04] - Intro

[00:32] - Supportive people versus naysayers

[02:22] - The main emotions that come up when naysayers get down on you

[03:18] - How to handle the sense of loss, mistrust, and loneliness naysaying causes

[06:09] - How to handle the sense of frustration and anger naysaying causes

[07:17] - How Jesus reacted to His naysayers on the cross

[09:01] - Why responding to naysayers with a barrage of facts isn’t helpful, and why following through is the best weapon for changing minds

[10:58] - The story of Noah shows a healthy way to deal with naysayers — he listened to what God said, not what people said. Paralleled with the story of the disciples crossing the Sea of Galilee with Jesus, we are reminded that we can get in the boat and weather any storm because we have a capable captain at the helm.

[16:07] - You have the power to walk away from naysayers because you have all the strength of Jesus within you.

[16:38] - Prayer

[17:09] - Outro/What’s coming up next

Key takeaways:

• Not all of what you might perceive as naysaying actually is. Sometimes people just want to protect you and know you see the risks you face.
• Naysaying usually brings up a sense of loss, mistrust, and rejection, as well as frustration and anger.
• Finding others who have succeeded with goals similar to yours can help you feel like you’re not alone. Understanding the brain’s tendency to make assumptions and categorize can keep you from thinking that everyone will be a naysayer like others were. You can remember that God is trustworthy and will never leave you no matter how many naysayers you might have.
• God’s prophets experienced high frustration and anger. But David gives an example of how pouring your heart out to God is helpful. Jesus is the ultimate example of handling anger and frustration appropriately — he responded with love and forgiveness for those who didn’t believe in Him or His mission. Remember as you try to let go of anger and frustration that results often speak better than trying to convince others with information, and remember that others might come to believe in both you and God through seeing you follow through.
• On a practical level, the best way to deal with naysayers is just to keep going and focus on God, who gives you your directives and keeps you safe. The story of Noah and the ark and Jesus calming the Sea of Galilee both demonstrate what can happen when you focus on God as your captain instead of letting naysayers win.
• Because you have the power of Jesus with you, you have the strength to walk away from anyone who doubts you. Don’t let them choke your faith.

• How to Convince Someone When Facts Fail | Scientific American
• Why Facts Don’t Change Our Minds and Beliefs Are so Hard to Change in 2024?

CTAs:

• Identify one or more work projects you haven’t pursued because of naysayers. Find one or more scripture verses that counter what was said to you and identify the first step you could take to make the project happen.
• Consider whether you have shot down someone else’s ideas or dreams and, if so, why. Offer an apology for distress you might have caused them, and, if appropriate, ask if there is a way you could help them.

What’s coming up next:

Disappointment hitting you at work? Episode 103 of Faithful on the Clock discusses a scriptural approach to feeling better and setting yourself up for future wins.

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