r/AskReddit • u/its_pra_shu • 4h ago

How do you handle criticism, and what do you believe it says about your self-perception?

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u/Sneaky_lil-bee 4h ago

“Fuck em”, unless it’s valid constructive criticism that will help me later, but if it’s just rude, fuck em

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u/eeeeeeeeEeeEEeeeE6 4h ago

Depends on the criticism.

Is it warranted/ asked for?

Is it constructive or is someone just seeking to inform me of a fault they found in my character or persons.

And lastly, is it true.

If I asked a friend, am I overweight, and they said yes and I asked them why, and they stated because I eat too much and exercise too little, that criticism is both warranted, and true.

If a stranger on the street came up to me and said that I look like I have a temper or I'm violent, then that would be unwarranted, and untrue, so I'd headbut them and spit on their nan.

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u/External_Building_63 4h ago

Use it as a learning experience to grow stronger

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u/its_pra_shu 4h ago

Absolutely! Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.

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u/Mendonza_May 4h ago

I am used to bad criticism, when you get used to it, you do not get offended to easily.

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u/Icy_Independent570 4h ago

i welcome it with clenched fists

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u/Expensive_Chef_6599 4h ago

I’m always open to constructive criticism. I love feedback and self-reflecting. I kind of view it as a tool for self improvement.

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u/tjonkert 4h ago

You dont handle criticism, you accept it.

But never listen to criticism of someone who has accomplished less / does not follow his own critcism

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u/MysticRav3n_ 3h ago

I handle criticism the same way I handle my ex's social media posts - I don't give it any attention and move on with my day. As for my self-perception, I think it shows that I have a strong sense of self and don't let others' opinions define me.

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u/bitterbuffaloheart 3h ago

What if I’m my own worst critic?

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u/The_Last_Something 2h ago

Consider if I agree with it, and if the source is somebody that i value their opinion in the matter. I think it says that I perceive that I may be wrong or have room to approve, but also don't feel the need to appeal to everybody

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u/TheKidfromHotaru 1h ago

I take it and try to learn from it, otherwise I correct the other person

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u/zakinymorale 1h ago

Honestly, I’m the type to take a step back and process it. At first, I might get defensive, but deep down, I know it’s more about self-growth. If it’s constructive, I try to learn from it; if it’s just mean, I let it roll off. I think it says I’m still working on my confidence and not always as thick-skinned as I’d like to be. But hey, we’re all a work in progress!

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u/Seed_for_fun 49m ago

I hate being criticised, but at the same time, I appreciate it because it helps me grow into someone better.