2. Be positive. If you do decide to respond to a hater, try to be positive and respectful. Don't stoop to their level.
3. Report abusive comments. If a comment is abusive or threatening, you can report it to YouTube.
4. Encourage the band. Let One Direction know that you're still supporting them, despite the haters. This will show them that they're not alone.
5. Remind the haters of the good that One Direction has done. One Direction has raised millions of dollars for charity and has inspired countless people around the world. Remind the haters of the positive impact that the band has had.
6. Ask the haters why they hate One Direction. Sometimes, haters are just looking for attention. Try asking them why they hate One Direction and see if they have a valid reason.
7. Agree to disagree. If a hater doesn't seem to be listening to reason, just agree to disagree. There's no point in trying to convince someone who doesn't want to be convinced.
8. Don't take it personally. Haters are going to hate. Just remember that their opinion doesn't define you or your love of One Direction.
9. Keep calm. It's easy to get angry when someone is trashing your favorite band, but it's important to keep your cool. If you start lashing out, you'll just give the hater what they want.
10. Remember that One Direction is still loved by millions of people. Despite the haters, One Direction is still one of the most popular bands in the world. They're loved by millions of people, and that's what really matters.