Getting called a "slumlord" by friends and family

[Alex Silang]

I bought 2 triplexes in blue collar areas. I am very good landlord, I always fix things on time. I'll do extra stuff - for example last week it came down to repair the fridge or buying a new one. I went with buying a new one. 

What I've found is that some friends and family call me a slumlord. I'm not sure why, but this really hurts me. I'm not sure if I'm being too sensitive. I can understand their perspective - how could a 30 year old own 2 triplexes (we live in a high cost city)?

I usually just ignore them, but I'm thinking about debating them on it. 

Does anyone have any perspective on this? I'm not sure if this is the typical post in the forum but I'm sure others have faced it before. 

[Victoria Winters]

When the opinions of others matter to you, ask yourself some questions.  What impact does their opinion have on the things I choose to do?  What is the reason I choose to get upset about what another person says to me?

Every person has opinions and is entitled to their opinion.  The good news is that you always have choices.  You get to choose to respond or not.  You get to choose the manner and tone of your response.  This really boils down to taking a look at how much control you exercise over your self.  Who is in control when something someone said causes you to feel hurt?

Words are powerful, but a person in control of their own mind is more powerful.  Take a look at your higher mental faculties and learn more about your marvelous mind.  If you have questions, please feel free to ask.