You Are A Nugget
How to Use Criticism
One unfortunate fact about life is that not everyone is going to agree with you. Another unfortunate fact is that sometimes you’ll make mistakes because no one is perfect. Often times, you’re going to get called out on those mistakes and asked to fix them.
It’s a good thing to keep in mind that criticism is not inherently negative or malicious. So try not to get down on yourself or too defensive. People pointing out an area where you can improve, if noted, can actually help make you stronger. Think of all of the people you admire who face criticism on a daily basis: actors, singers, journalists, and politicians. Do you think they started perfect or do you think they made some oh-ohs, had said oh-ohs pointed out, and tried to improve? My guess is the latter!
While admitting you dun goofed is one of the hardest things for a lot of people to do, it’s necessary. Not only for your growth as an individual, but for your integrity. When you refuse to realize you made a mistake, you often stoop to a level lower than you are worth, whether it be attacking the person who pointed out the flaw and trying to mock who they are or what they’re capable of. This could result in petty tactics to convey your discontent with their opinion. Regardless of the step you take, it is very frequently in a wrong direction.
So when you are faced with criticism, take a deep breath. Pause for a moment to compose yourself and reflect on whether or not the suggestion is accurate. Use what you’ve learned to improve yourself. Do so well that the same person tells you how wonderful you are. Don’t put someone on blast, don’t trash them to your friends, or make little jabs in their direction. Take the high ground and be the better person because all that negativity does is soil your psyche.
Of course, if someone is just being a salty little nugget and says something to the effect of, “You look like you got your clothes from party city”, by all means throw allll the shade.
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