There are several ways
There are several ways the mindfulness practice can help you deal with criticism in a positive way. Here are five you can work on immediately: Helps you keep your emotions under control. The mindfulness practice helps you develop inner strength by calming your thoughts and helping you overcome insecurities that can trigger an emotional response when being criticized. If […]
How Different People React to Criticism
While we all react differently to criticism, there are some similar patterns. Highly sensitive people tend to take criticism personally, and usually feel hurt by critical comments. On the other hand, non-highly sensitive people view criticism more objectively, and are less likely to be hurt by it. It all depends on how they process the […]
Keep Your Emotions in Check
The first thing to do when someone criticizes you is to keep your emotions in check. Start by paying attention to your emotions, and resist the temptation to react. If you feel like you want to react, take a deep breath. Then begin listening to the critic to assess whether there is something you can […]
Mixed Criticism
As the name implies, mixed criticism is a combination of both constructive and destructive criticism. For example, have you ever seen the show Hell’s Kitchen? In the show, world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay uses humiliation to teach young chefs in his Hollywood restaurant, Hell’s Kitchen. Mixed criticism is characterized by a combination of motives. The people […]
Destructive Criticism
Destructive criticism usually comes in the form of “you’re stupid” or “you’re ugly.” The main purpose is to insult you, and make you feel unsure of yourself. Those who give this type of criticism are usually insecure and have low self-esteem, and need to tear others down to make themselves feel better. Their targets are usually […]
‘criticism’
We generally view the term ‘criticism’ in two different ways; either as an expression of disapproval or as analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of something. They are usually referred to as destructive and constructive criticism respectively. We can usually tell the difference between the two, but not always. Furthermore, destructive criticism can […]
Low self-esteem and quality of life
Low self-esteem and quality of life A low self-esteem can reduce the quality of a person’s life in many different ways, including: Negative feelings – the constant self-criticism can lead to persistent feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, anger, shame or guilt. Relationship problems – for example they may tolerate all sorts of unreasonable behaviour from partners because […]
Causes of low self-esteem
Causes of low self-esteem Some of the many causes of low self-esteem may include: Unhappy childhood where parents (or other significant people such as teachers) were extremely critical Poor academic performance in school resulting in a lack of confidence Ongoing stressful life event such as relationship breakdown or financial trouble Poor treatment from a partner, […]
Confidence in one’s value
Confidence in one’s value as a human being is a precious psychological resource and generally a highly positive factor in life; it is correlated with achievement, good relationships, and satisfaction. Possessing little self-regard can lead people to become depressed, to fall short of their potential, or to tolerate abusive relationships and situations. Too much self-love, on the […]
Self-esteem impacts your decision-making process
Self-esteem impacts your decision-making process, your relationships, your emotional health, and your overall well-being. It also influences motivation, as people with a healthy, positive view of themselves understand their potential and may feel inspired to take on new challenges. عزت نفس بر فرآیند تصمیم گیری، روابط، سلامت عاطفی و رفاه کلی شما تأثیر می گذارد. همچنین […]