The Critics

Critics are everywhere. You know who I’m talking about. Critics are the people who have a problem for every solution. They can identify every wrong thing in the world, but they contribute very little to nothing in making things better.

Many people fear criticism, so they stay in the shadows rather than speaking up. Or perhaps they don’t want to waste their time and energy trying to engage with the self-righteous. Self-righteous people have an insane desire to be right, and they will go out of their way to prove others wrong about everything. Those people are energy drainers.

Constructive criticism is essential for improving ourselves. Most anyone is open to learning which facilitates growth, both personal and professional. It is possible to deliver a constructive message without destroying a relationship. Yet, the divorce courts are full and the Human Resources Departments are ever-expanding.

It’s important to not be too critical of yourself. We can hold ourselves accountable while being kind to ourselves. It’s possible…