CRITICISM AND SUCCESS

It's good to have you back!
Today's topic talks about criticism and success.
Criticism is inevitable in a world filled with imperfect people who like to express their opinions.
You cannot predict with precision how, when and from where criticism will come, but you can determine how it meets you as well as your response.
The fear of criticism can hinder progress and limit success, but it cannot prevent criticism. Think about that!
I will rather be criticized for being true to myself, my calling and my purpose than be criticized while trying to fake something, while trying to impress whoever, while living to win other people's approval.

Why Do We Fear or Dislike Criticism?
  • It makes us feel rejected or unapproved, hurt or disrespected
  • It tells us we don't know it all
  • It can destroy hard-earned reputation
  • It can cause distraction especially to followers and so on
None of these reasons are strong enough to keep us in our yesterday and rob us of a glorious, joyful, colorful, and success-filled tomorrow.They are not worthy of stopping us from creating a better world for our family, organization and nation. They don't deserve to be a stumbling block to fulfillment and happiness.

Criticisms are not that bad though even when very harsh and unreasonable. If well managed, they can help bring the best out of us. To help achieve that, we will discuss 'The Psychology of Criticism.' Discover why people criticize and how criticism may influence you. That will be next time here.

See you next week.


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