Criticism

By Michael W

Criticism, why does it hurt and what can be done?

 

We really don't like to be criticized when going after our goats or just living our life in general.

 

Too many of us take criticisms personally. Our ego wants to protect us and sees criticisms as a direct threat to our happiness and safety.

 

While some if not most criticisms can be ignored, there are some criticisms that can actually be beneficial to our success.

 

Once you learn the difference between those two types of criticisms, your life will never be the same again.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Michael W
• Release date: Jul 8, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223848127

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Introduction

Everyone has been there. You've made arrangements to do something significant. At the very least, it's significant to you. Perhaps you have grand plans to establish a business or to build the body of your dreams. Perhaps you wish to learn to play the piano or write a novel. Whatever it is, you are eager and confident that you can do it if you stay with it.

It's exhilarating to picture oneself reaching success at something meaningful and gratifying to you.

However, once the first exhilaration wears off, skepticism and discomfort creep in. You begin to hunt for and notice the countless difficulties that are going to obstruct your progress. Rejection and criticism are a source of concern.

You cannot be seriously harmed by rejection or criticism. They can't hurt you physically or lock you up in a dungeon.

However, anticipating the emotional anguish that rejection and criticism can inflict can force you to abandon your initial plans. Returning to your regular life may appear to be the more prudent option.

But a part of you dies every time you back out of the huge adventure you planned for yourself.

Learn how to deal with rejection and criticism and break free from their grip. Recognize that rejection and criticism are inextricably linked. Rejection of your ideas, work, or requests is nothing more than harsh criticism.

Think about the following issues to understand more about yourself and your options for dealing with criticism:

Why Do Criticism and Rejection Bother Us So Much? What is it about rejection that causes such anguish? We understand that we should not be influenced by the words of others. Discover why they do.

Resilience. Resilience may help you in all aspects of your life. People that are resilient are happier and more successful. You, too, can be resilient, even