Day 358 || Taking Criticism II || receiving

Make Your Damn Bed · Feb 5, 2022 · 7m

How to handle constructive criticism without crumbling like a nature's own bar:

Breathe, stay calm, & just listen.

Imagine a protective bubble that allows you to listen objectively & feel safe (you are!)

Feel the feelings without reacting.

If needed: cool down, ask relevant & productive follow up questions, and take appropriate accountability without deflecting.

Reflect, apply any applicable notes, and be gentle with yourself in the process.

Get cathartic: release in a healthy way (journal, boxing class, therapy, vent session, etc.)

Nurture yourself extra hard for doing this work.

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