You will often meet people who will try to put you down, and tell you that your idea was the stupidest thing they had ever heard. You mustn't get discouraged by their dysfunctional critique. Instead, you must believe in yourself, because then only you can negate their negativity. In my view, nothing will change in your life unless and until you believe in yourself first, and think highly of yourself. If you have a low opinion of yourself, no one is going to raise it, and then you will live with status quo all your life. So believe in your Ambitions and Dreams, but most importantly: Believe In Yourself First - no matter what others say or do.
Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate