35 People Share How They Succeeded In Spiting Someone Who Didn’t Believe In Them
Interview With AuthorBeing told that we aren’t able to accomplish something can light a fire in our bellies and push us towards success. The desire to prove someone wrong while continuing to aim for your dreams is something that a lot of people can relate to. It’s a very human (and Panda!) thing.
LA-based TV and comic book writer Amanda Deibert started up an interesting thread on Twitter that quickly went viral. She asked people to open up about the times that someone told them that they couldn’t do something and they succeeded out of pure spite. And open up they did.
Scroll down for the most interesting success stories and for Bored Panda's interview with the author of the thread, Amanda.
Oh, and it’s important to remember that spite isn’t the only driving force for success—that’s exactly what Amanda stressed in a follow-up tweet. When you’re done reading this list, we’d love to hear about your greatest success, dear Pandas, whether out of spite or inner drive.
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Unlike other situations in this thread, I don't think the doctor said that in bad faith. The brain is incredibly complex, and doctors don't want to be too optimistic. Fortunately, there are many cases where "miracles" seem to happen. I'm so happy she recovered!
"You write so well for a deaf person"... ?! SMH. How can you even say something like that ? It's like saying "You sing so well for someone wearing a red sweater !"
Congratulations on that huge success! A baby AND top of class! You are my fricking roll model <3
So glad the OP achieved his goal, but seriously, there is nothing wrong with a trade as a profession. In fact, the mechanic may earn as much as the doctor.
Contrary: I had a bf who told me I was only passing my CompSci classes because of him (because he quizzed me before a test?). Fast forward a semester, I had a Linux prof who knew my (ex at that point) bf, who told me not to listen as I was doing great. He also went on to tell me that the guy didn’t know half of what claimed, and was so miserable in class to another female that she was failing the until the prof moved her to another desk. She basically went from an F to an A in a week. Now I’m a senior programmer, and my ex can suck it. I really like that prof. He, and all the other profs in the CompSci program were awesome teachers who did not discriminate based on gender. Especially when it more rare for females to be in the classes. (Seriously, I was the only one in some.)
When my mother was pregnant with me, she and my dad went to a doctor to examine the womb water (this was to find out if the baby has Down-Syndrom, especially when the mother is older. Mine was 39yrs old) when the doctor came with a big syringe to poke through the skin in the womb, mom opt out. She said she hadn't to know if I was disabled, she would love her kid nontheless. The doc got angry and told her she should abort me, there are somehow enough idiots on this planet and there is no need for more. DOC WAS SUCH A NAZI!!! I was born "normal" and some 2-3yrs later it came out that this doctor had aborted children way too late, and had raped his patiens. What an a*****e...
It's strange how brains work sometimes. Give me a practical word problem and I can solve it. Give me the same problem as an equation and I will mystify people on how I even came up with that wrong of an answer.
My mom didn't finish HS. At 29, w/ 3 kids (12. 9, & 6), working full time, she not only graduated HS, she finished a 2yr degree, associate of science, in 3 semesters. So even if you had gotten married & had kids, why would he think you'd quit? Mom said we were her inspiration to succeed.
I watch the NHL, and I've seen so many women get involved in broadcasting lately. I think people realize that women who can play the came can call the game. (I remember one Rangers' game where the woman calling the game from between the benches was the granddaughter (or great-granddaughter) of one of the player's who's number was hanging from the rafters. She was calling a game involving the same team that her grandfather played for. And she was wearing his hall of fame ring. I thought that was just so great!)
Who the hell says that while trying to seduce someone‽‽ Some people are just....
Ableism. I was told I could "only be a receptionist" because I have spina bifida. I hated school so did badly in it, yet I am by no means unintelligent. Literally fighting for your life medically, going through domestic abuse, and having the 'professional' people around you have low expectations of you is soul destroying. I'm doing much better as an adult. I have a uni education and my own business now. I've used those formative experiences to become a counsellor to help others. Don't let any person tell you you can't do something.
Why would someone say that to a high schooler? Especially the assistant headmaster?
A very large football player named Rosie Grier did needlepoint. I think he'd like to see someone object to you embroidering.
So many of these stories are only affirming the fact that we should follow our dreams regardless of the advice of our parents, teachers, colleagues, counselors, etc. Keep moving forward.
Sounds very interesting. Have heard that the heart synchronizes to the music that you're listening to. So, it makes sense that it could be used as a tool for medical purposes.
I hope he was proud and congratulatory. She deserved a pat on the back for a job well done.
Honestly though, it is rare for that to happen to anyone, that's why I think it's good advice. I'm sure that wasn't meant spitefully.
It's fabulous to achieve and do what you love for a living, and if you're also helping others, it's icing on the cake.
It's fantastic when people show "them" that their pregnancy is not a school ending, career ending, disease or disability that some people treat it to be.
I'm sure privacy is why no details, which I respect, but my curiosity is going bananas.
It takes a great doctor to get someone to want to live. Or a mediocre one...
As an educator, it makes me furious to see teachers, professors and educational advisors telling students these kinds of things. Half the job of getting something done is believing that you can. Just remembering a student's name and showing confidence in them can have SUCH a big impact on their whole life. Taking time to walk them through the tough bits early on, believing in them. It's so important. These people stomping down the students with their arrogant little "You're not good enough" remarks ought to be fired.
I've been an educator for 34 years, similarly, I'm right there with you!!
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As an educator, it makes me furious to see teachers, professors and educational advisors telling students these kinds of things. Half the job of getting something done is believing that you can. Just remembering a student's name and showing confidence in them can have SUCH a big impact on their whole life. Taking time to walk them through the tough bits early on, believing in them. It's so important. These people stomping down the students with their arrogant little "You're not good enough" remarks ought to be fired.
I've been an educator for 34 years, similarly, I'm right there with you!!
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