Don't let them troll you

If people realize that you live vegan and support animal rights they might be making jokes about you and your opinions. Just take a look at the comments to an online article about eating less meat or veganism. I have read a lot of unreflected and dumb comments, which lack logic and kindness. That's how the comment section should look like: A respectful interchange of arguments and opinions. Reality: Overhasty opinions and insults. So, how to respond to such comments? There are two options. You can ignore this type of comments or you can respond to them in a friendly tone. You can't neutralize harsh comments with harsh comments, only with friendly. Fight fire with fire and you will burn yourself. Firing back is only a waste of time. Try to understand their point of view instead and ask yourself, why this person has written such a comment. So, don't let them troll you and always (ALWAYS!) stay friendly and they might get your point as well.