Scotland came in for heavy criticism after the 20-14 defeat to Italy that leaves them odds-on favourites for this year's wooden spoon.
"Losing isn't pleasant but it's all part of the international rugby learning curve. It was also hard to take when we were jeered by some of our supporters after the game.
"But we are professionals and that's part and parcel of the modern game.
"Now the management and senior players must do all they can to help the younger players get on with the job at hand and not let the criticism grind them down."
You can read Gordon's BBC column here