Do You Like Receiving Criticism?

I have hard a time taking criticism. My reason behind it is I feel people just don't understand me and can't wait to tear me apart! If my f*ckingng self-esteem and confidence wasn't so pathitic I would take criticism ok! Unforuntely I can't most of the time! If I wasn't so g*d*mn stupid stubborn and let things take so long to except and change about myself I wouldn't be feeling this way! So I really hate recieving critisism! Almost 48 and still feeling I'm on the verge of s nerveous breakdwon! Life really,really,really,really stinks!

It depends. When criticism comes from friends, from people I trust or I respect, I'm always thankful, and I think it's indeed a great way to improve myself. When it comes from my enemies, I don't like it at all, but I try to analyze the criticism and profit from it. I agree that it's a good think to know what others think of you.

Hello whoAHHH! Criticism is good. At least, that's how I look at it. I would like to get criticisms as long as they are constructive. For sure, this is for my own good. But if the criticism I get is a direct attack on me, that's a totally different story. I like receiving constructive criticisms especially those that come with suggestions.

Hi. whoAHHH. Welcome to myLot! I don't care what others think about me. I may feel like I care, but I don't. I don't mind receiving criticism just as long as it is true and nice. If someone criticizes me when they are misjudging me, then that is when I have a problem with it.

There are certainly a lot of times that it really isn't comfortable to accept criticism. However, I also acknowledge the fact that it is important to receive criticism in our lives so that we can grow to be better people. Sometimes the things that people say to you as criticism may cut deep and that is the kind of criticism that people should not give. Instead, I think that people should strive to give constructive criticism.

It depends, sometimes we must sort out which criticism meant to build us and which one meant to do the opposite. Of course no one like to be criticized, but everyone should also try to listen and think once in a while; maybe it's their fault that things happen, or maybe they've gone through the wrong way all the time. Clear judgment mixed with faith on your own belief will surely make you wiser taking the critic.

Constructive criticism is valuable for correcting our flaws, as long as we are smart enough to use the criticism as a tool. I really don't care what people think about me, or how much they criticize me, because I know that I am a good person, and that I work hard every day to provide for my family. However, I do welcome criticism, because I know there are things about myself that I could definitely improve, and criticism often point these things out, or often makes me think of things in a totally different way than I have ever thought of them before...

The only thing I mind sometimes is how the critism is done and from whom it is coming. I value critisms as they do help me to learn more about myself. I decide what to take from a critism and what to discard. Some things I may seek to improve on and somethings are just my character traits which it would only hurt me to lose. It is a good thing to entertain critisms but it makes a lot of sense to be selective as to which critisms we allow to influence a change in us.

It depends. Does the critic know well the topic he's criticizing? Does he know how to criticize without shredding the other's feelings? Does he gently suggest alternatives? Does he like the author/actor/whatever, or could he have a secret agenda? A lot of work goes into a healthy criticism, & not everyone has the talent to do it. As to whether I like it, it all depends on whether the critic does the things listed above. Of course it's disappointing to realize one hasn't done a job well enough to satisfy her audience or customer, whatever, but if a good critic is willing to help by doing his job well, then the person criticized should be mature enough to welcome his words, knowing he does so out of a desire to help her do her absolute best. After all, if a good critic tries to help--& no good critic would tear a person down!--then it must be he thinks her work is worthwhile! That's a compliment! I once wrote a short story, & was quite pleased with it. A critic read it, & surprised me by saying I needed to finish the story. At first, I was just puzzled, but when she explained that a key character seemed to lack motivation for his actions, & pointed out where this problem happened, my eyes were opened. I reworked the story, & to this day, I get great feedback on that story, compliments galore from those who just loved that character! So I'm happy, & the readers are happy! What's not to like about criticism! Maggiepie Open Mike is a category you can post ALL topics, even multiples at the same time! Have fun there! :o)

I don't think anyone enjoys getting criticism. If it is given in a respectful way I think I take it pretty well. It is when it is delivered to me with sarcasm and ugliness that i have a problem with it. It is enlightning to know what others think of you or how you are actually doing your job.

I think that constructive critism is a good thing and I apppreciate it when people try to help me improve my work. I have posted some of my poems online and in some cases people have been very helpful and they have tried to help me correct some of my mistakes. It is always nice when people write or say positive things about your work, but you often learn more from the negative things. It depends on the kind of critism though. When people just write "Your poem sucks" that is not the least bit useful for me as a long they don't point out what is is that they don't like about my poem or why they don't like it.

How the criticism is given makes a huge difference. If Nancy says to Joyce, "Oh, that sweater makes you look ten pounds heavier and you really can't afford that, can you?" Joyce is going to get royally ticked off. But, if Nancy says, "I love that sweater, but I think a richer shade of blue suits you better. It brings out the sparkle in your eyes. By the way, did you know looser fits are back in? They are so much more comfortable!" Joyce may take the hint, but not be totally offended by the way the information was offered. My mother-in-law once told me, "You are totally unsuitable for my son. He needs someone who knows the proper way to entertain guests." Fortunately for me, I got so furious with her, I took classes in table preparation, small talk at parties, proper dress, and a multitude of other things. Before I completed my do-over, I had people begging me for an invite to my next event! The really odd thing about it is that I am horribly shy and it is all I can do to meet people face to face. Yet, not one of my friends knows how much I hate meeting people! They think I'm the hostess with the mostest!

criticism is always good to improve yourself and correct the mistakes or learn from the mistakes. There is a saying that we should respect the one who criticise, give him space at your home so that you can hear lot from him and take their words seriously to improve. I believe that everyone should listen to the criticism to progress and succeed. There are few people who always do criticism just to pull you back but take that positively. Its a compliment for you. I believe in me but always listen others views and opinions.

I agree with common_man about constructive criticism. But really, it doesn't matter to me. As a kid, I was always criticized and of course it hurt. But in my "hood" that's what people did. So I'm used to it which helps when it comes to constructive criticism. As a writer, I almost beg for it so I can improve my writing. Of course, I don't always agree with the criticism, but it helps. Plus, in my quest for that special woman, it's good to know where I need to improve myself.

Hello I dont have mind to get criticism from all but i like to get comments from friends and family. But i dont like criticism by other person i mean the third person who are apart from close friends and my own family members Cheers

It depends on the type of criticism that is directed to you. If it's constructive, i.e. one that comes with suggestions to improve something or someone, then it would be a great help. But if's destructive, i.e. one that only insult someone or something without giving any suggestions for improvement, then it would turn out to be counter-productive. People who shut themselves off from criticisms usually cannot accept the fact that there are people out there in the world who know better than them. It may be because they received too much destructive criticisms before, and programmed their minds not to listen to anyone but themselves. Or it could be that they are too full of themselves and think that they are much better than others, so they only trust themselves. Whatever it is, since they don't take in criticisms, they would see the world around them from a narrow viewpoint, and so will stumble very often.

whoAHHH, but I don't make mistakes. I am Miss Perfect, I am Miss Know-it-all. I don't take criticisms. I criticize! Joke, ha ha.

Hi Whoahhh, i am fine with criticism. whatever type it is i don't have any problem. i know myself better than those giving me criticisms. now, i discern if what they say will truely help me to become a better person then i do my best to apply it. but negative and bad criticism will never stressed me out. i need to do something to respond to it and both of us (the one who made the comment) learn from it.

yes like a healthy level of criticism. because it helps me to find the shortcomings that may be bypassed by me.but it should be upto a level and not like i always getting a heavy criticisms. no one likes that much of it

I Agree Receiving Criticism Can be one of the Best Ways to improve Ourselves. But Sometimes it Can Discourage One's Mind. IF They Are Less Confident in Themselves. It is most Good For only Those Who wanna Know Their Mistake and Are Strong Willed in Life.