Lewis Hamilton: The fans have my back when I face criticism
Lewis Hamilton: The fans have my back when I face criticism
Lewis Hamilton feels that it is his responsibility to promote positive change in the world, even if his status as a Formula 1 champion means that he will take some flack for his opinions.
Hamilton has made huge changes to his lifestyle in recent years - choosing to switch to a vegan diet, selling his private jet in favour of traveling by commercial airlines and investing or partnering with businesses who share his vision for sustainable living.
“Climate change is a serious threat: every one of us has the responsibility to protect our future and the future of the next generation,” Hamilton told the Italian Style magazine.
“With the industry I’m in, I’m always going to receive negative attention but we don’t have to be perfect to be part of the solution.
“As a powerful voice in my industry I have a responsibility to effect change from within Formula 1 as well as in all the other activities in which I am involved.
“I’ve done this with Tommy Hilfiger and with Police, just recently I invested in Neat Burger vegan fast-food and I’m working with Mercedes and Daimler on a series of car projects.”
In his social media posts, Hamilton shows himself to be thoughtful and often shares his thoughts on sustainable living.
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While mindful that sharing his opinions in such a way could attract a certain level of criticism, Hamilton says that he expresses himself safe in the knowledge that his fans will have his back.
“I always believe in being true to yourself and others, and being transparent on social media is part of that,” Hamilton continued.
“Being in my position, yes you are opening yourself up to scrutiny, but I know that my fans consistently support me and have my back.
“I think the traditional idea of what it is to be ‘masculine’ is changing and people are starting to realise that you don’t need to be invincible. There is strength in showing your vulnerability.
“Expressing myself creatively off the track helps me focus and keeps me fresh ahead of each racing weekend.”
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