People will always find reasons to criticize, no matter how well you live or how carefully you make your choices. Their opinions, often shaped by their own insecurities or perspectives, can weigh heavily on your mind if you let them But it's important to remember that you're the one walking your path, not them. The moments that fill your heart with joy, the passions that fuel your spirit—those are what define your life, not the fleeting judgments of others. When you pursue what truly brings you #happiness, you live authentically. You may never please everyone, but the satisfaction of living in alignment with your own values and desires far outweighs the temporary noise of criticism. 💡 At the end of the day, it's your journey to embrace, not theirs to direct. Share your thoughts 💭 Do you Agree?
The first step when you feel criticized is to get clear about who you are, what you're OK with, and what you're still working on. This allows you to explore how comfortable you are, letting others give you input about your life—even if it's negative—without making you feel like you need to change or defend yourself. The psychology of criticism is primarily concerned with: the motivation or intent which people have for making criticisms, good or bad. the effect which it has on other people, good or bad. Because it treats human beings as things, as objects that can be examined by experiment, psychology is sometimes portrayed as dehumanizing, ignoring or downplaying what is most essential about being human. This criticism has come from within the field as well, particularly by existential and humanistic psychologists. Being sensitive to criticism is quite normative, because no-one finds it easy. However, sensitivity to criticism can also be associated with neurodiversity. Some conditions like ADHD are associated with high levels of perceiving and receiving criticism. many successful individuals embrace criticism as a valuable tool for self-improvement.
So true! At the end of the day, it’s your journey and your happiness that matter most. Stay true to yourself, and let go of the noise. Your values and passions are what define your path, not the opinions of others. ❤️
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We can't please everyone, and opinions will always be subjective. Our power lies in choosing whether to acknowledge or disregard criticism. We have the autonomy to make our own decisions. Instead of letting others dictate our happiness, I'll pity those who seek to bring us down. My choices are mine alone, and I won't be swayed by others' judgments.
When people develop a sense of self worth? They’re not necessarily conscious of your worth. I often say that others people opinions about me? Is none of my business.
Agree! Although living in a judgmental society can make it challenging, letting go of others’ opinions (often rooted in their own unhappiness) is essential to living a truly fulfilling life ✨☺️
Very true, focus on yourself and being the best you can be, and try and let go of the rest.
Important to keep in mind forever for good mental health, productivity and transformation forever dear. 🌟 🌟 🌟
Living authentically is one of the hardest but most rewarding things we can do. Criticism is inevitable, but when you align your life with your values, it builds resilience. I’ve found that focusing on what truly matters to me—not what others expect—has been a game-changer for my peace of mind and happiness
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2dIt’s so true—we will never be everyone’s cup of tea, and people will always have opinions driven by their own inner feelings. What we can do, however, is listen to the criticism if we feel it’s worth it—or simply ignore it—and decide whether or not to act on it. We all have our own minds to make our own decisions. Life is never easy, so if others try to make us feel miserable, all I can do is feel pity for them. I won’t let anyone make choices for me and then criticize me for those very decisions.