“Acceptance will lead us to change” - how do u accept criticism !

By Jane
@jaiho2009 (39142)
Philippines
August 19, 2011 3:36am CST
Constructive criticism You feel bad when someone criticized you, especially when criticism comes from a person who never knows the real you, right? You feel that, that person had stepped on your ego, when it’s not what the person meant to convey. There are two kinds of criticism that you failed to understand and felt bad when someone corrected you on the spot. You failed to look on the brighter side, because, the words impacted you with ill feeling towards the critic/s. Constructive criticism doesn’t always come from your family, loved ones or friends. Sometimes constructive criticism comes from a stranger has deeper meaning than criticism from someone whom you knew personally. You maybe wonder why and how was that? It is given, and a common knowledge that your family, loved ones and friends are always there to give you support , boost your confidence because they want you to bring out the best in you, or make you changed into a better person or excel in your field. But, a criticism from a stranger has the real essence of the word constructive criticism. You never knew the person yet he knows you can change, and you can improve because this stranger sees the inner in you which your family and friends overlooked, due to closeness and togetherness that they are already used to what you are, and who you are. It is an instinct to defend your self after receiving a criticism. To cover up your mistake, you passed the blame to other person. Why? Because, you are not ready, to accept any correction from someone you never knew personally. Remember that, constructive criticism is not the same with revile. Criticism is to make change, to made you analyzed and realized your mistake/s and not to let you down, not to worsen the situation either. Set aside your pride, too much pride will never lead you to change, instead, accept criticism as a challenge, and the solution is very simple. “Acceptance will lead you to change” Constructive criticism is not the same as revile. Critic/s wants you to change and not to bring you down. Dear mylotters, how do you accept criticism- ? Share your views and have a good day everyone noted: -(I claim that this article is originally mine and not copy pasted) jaiho® 8/19/2011 4:27pm PT (Friday)
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@saphrina (31552)
• South Africa
19 Aug 11
Actually sweetie. I handle criticism very well. Those who critisise me is normally right. I ignore them. It keeps me out of trouble. I don't bother taking them on as it's not really worth the effort.
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
dear saphy, I am sure you do sweetheart I also ignore some critics- we can feel those sincere ones anyway
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
@saphrina (31552)
• South Africa
19 Aug 11
Most definitely sweetie.
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• Philippines
19 Aug 11
hi jaiho, This world is beautiful but full of hypocrites Well the more they criticize me the more I become a strong one I have believe that I know myself better than they do It's hurt when people judge me wrongly but that's their nature It's not my mind and it's not me who is making a sin but them Self conceited one is afraid to accept criticism because they think they are superior and better than others. happy mylotting MISS YAH
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
let's eat hot lumpia- i missed it
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
oh bhaby, ignore them- they just feeling envy see how you become more sexier everyday. and yes- ego/pride I wish it's fried chicken so we can eat miss yah.. can we come and have some food trip?
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
Sexier? Eat their heart out Those hypocrite crickets
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@tigeraunt (6326)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
hi jaiho, i know a lot of persons who get criticized (in the office, for example) for a wrongdoing but instead of being challenged and learning from the mistake, they cow back and resign. they feel that they were belittled and stepped on. i think it is best to think over what was said.. or what made the person criticize another about. from there, be challenged. and then do not commit the mistake again. i guess it is the best way to move on and to prove yourself as well. ann
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
dear aunt, This is a common situation in offices/company when one being criticized they tend to render resignation and leave with ill feelings. If only they realize that , it's somehow a challenge for them- but that's too bad they took it personally rather than constructive. have a great weekend ahead dear ann jaiho®
@neildc (17239)
• Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
24 Aug 11
i guess it's not a good idea to resign. in the first place, looking for a nice and good job is difficult to find now. i usually take criticisms constructive which is a challenge to my job and personality.
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
24 Aug 11
@neil, Yes, resigning is never a solution. But some people let their ego dominate and done such drastic decision without considering the outcome. Unemployment is very high in our country, and resigning from a job is risking a life/future of beloved ones. I know you always took life as a challenge my brother,that made you a stronger person. have a good day always sis, jaiho®
• Mexico
22 Aug 11
Ants - Pictures of ants working. An inspiratonal example from nature of work team and progress. If our co workers criticize and we do the necessary steps to be better we will make some progress.
Hi jaiho: I defintely agree with you. It's difficult to accept a criticism because we feel attacked from the person that has criticized us and the first step everyone should give in these cases is to look if we really need to change and what are we doing wrong to be better persons. The acceptance as you mentioned. To recieve a constructive criticism could lead us to success if we know how to react. If we receive these messages and we learn from this we can make a lot of progress. ALVARO
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
22 Aug 11
hello Alvaro, Precisely, if people only knew how to accept criticism positively,I am sure it will give them inspiration and challenge their best to reach their goal/s. Have a good day always jaiho®
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
19 Aug 11
Hi di For situations where it is my fault, I accepr the criticism, and work upon it to correct myself the next time. If there is no fault of mine, it depends on who is criticizing - that helps me return the favor
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
20 Aug 11
dear sids, As long as we know how to accept our mistakes and also listen well with the critics, we will learn something. Yes, unless the critics is not saying any relevant to our mistakes, I guess that's another case eh. Maybe the critic/s just purely wants to tell something without any concern. have a great weekend dear brother di, jaiho®
@sjvg1976 (41131)
• Delhi, India
19 Aug 11
Hello Jaiho, I know its difficult to accept criticism when its from the stranger still i accept it as there is always a scope of improvement in myself provided i am wrong. I know i am not perfect and do wrong most of the time so i always welcome the person who corrects me for it and never take it seriously but try to improve myself for future.As this is life and i believe that if no one make us realize that we have done something wrong then we will keep on doing that thing wrong always.
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
20 Aug 11
hello sjvg, Like I wrote above, as long as it is purely criticism and doesn't sounds like revile, it's fine. Nice to know that you are always open for any correction, that reflects the good person in you. have a good day jaiho®
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
Hello Jaiho-sis, Well I guess i should be honest about this; I hate criticism from the bottom of my HEART, and i hated myself as to criticize some body when i should be just be quiet instead. I don't really know as to why god created criticism we will never know. to be challenged and do to avoid criticism, do i need to be modest and thank them?[em. Sometimes i even questioned it's existence. there are mistakes that i have struggle to correct with though because of criticisms. but let me just say this in general, it's part of life, even if it sucks. have a nice day
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
19 Aug 11
dear LK, No- you're wrong...you did not hate criticism. You just don't like accepting it. Once more- I know you are a good person from the day I met you in person. You're not the snobbish LK I used to know when I am newbie here in mylot. You just don't like exposing yourself my dear brother. But I am sure- and I will always say that you are a good person- you know that as well, but you are too humble to accept and you are too scared to get from your shell (caveman) hehehehe... I used to have same mood before -when I am still writing and doing my illustration jobs. That is one reason why I stopped my passion- it enveloped me/confined me to my own world. I was once a loner too, I never go out- never dated, never had boyfriend,and always give heartaches to my admirers....weiiiii (hahahaha- as if I have too much admirers - hahahaah again) Okay..too much, we will have a good chat once we go and visit you at home. Bhabycatch is planning it very soon... have a great weekend sis, jaiho®