[kohanz]

That doesn't sound like pressure as much as it sounds like unsupportive friends and family. If they don't bring other things to the table (other than negativity), i would reevaluate some relationships. That said, honest feedback is important. You should have a small group of trusted advisors/mentors that you can trust to tell you how you are really doing, but in a constructive way.

[throw9322]

I totally agree about the importance of honest feedback! Truthfully, it's something I'm not getting now and should work on.

[kohanz]

Do a Show HN or share some of your work on Ask HN!