Criticism
Never take criticism from someone you wouldn’t take advice from. (Dushka Zapata, communications coach)
Whether you’re an author, a public figure, or totally unknown, criticism—especially negative or mistaken—can hurt. When that happens, Zapata’s advice is helpful. Be careful to consider the source. Is your critic someone you respect and might even go to for advice? Then you can be confident in listening to their evaluation.
In the end, people appreciate honest criticism far more than flattery (Proverbs 28:23).