Lash Back: A Discussion Of Criticism

I think the first reaction of criticism for most of us is to defend ourselves, or worse yet to
Lash back. And yet, while criticism can be taken as harmful and demoralizing, it can also be viewed in a positive way: it is honestly, and it can spur us to do better. It’s an opportunity to improve. If your first reaction is to lash back at the person giving the criticism, or to become defensive, take a minute before reacting at all. Take a deep breath, and give a little thought. Personally I tend to get a little angry when I’m criticized. But I have also taught myself not to react right away. Walk away from it before you end up saying something you will regret. Turn a negative into a positive. In most criticism you can find a nugget of gold: honest feedback and a suggestion for improvement. See it as an opportunity to improve and without that constant …show more content…
But constructive advice is intended to help a situation, not damage a working or professional relationship. If you find yourself in a position of accepting constructive criticism, find yourself a few guidelines for making the best use of someone’s good intentions. Listen respectfully when a person is trying to tell you something negative because it is very easy to get upset when you focus only on the critical aspects of the discussion. It is best to hear the speaker out because you may want to jump in to defend what the speaker is saying without letting the speaker fully finish what they intend to say. Give the speaker a chance to fully explain or get their point across. Maintain a positive attitude with facial expression and body language. Try not to tune out the points you disagree with while staying focused on the entire message. Make a mental note of the point and plan to address it when it’s your turn to speak. The person who is speaking to you will appreciate your willingness to get the whole story before responding to