Episode summary introduction:

During this episode we talk about the value of criticism in our development and life and how best to manage it to take advantage of what it is really meant to do, to allow us to be better people. 

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Topics discussed in this episode:

We journey to explore these topics:

• What is criticism? 
• Value in sharing criticism.
• Offer criticism uninvited.
• Tips on responding to criticism.
• Criticism versus Constructive feedback.
• “Armchair” quarterbacks.
• Qualifying to be a critic.
• Our hardest critics.

Walkabout takeaways:

Criticism will always be present in our lives and we all need to manage it so we can become the best we can be. To manage it consider this:

• Don’t take it personally
• Allow yourself time to process your emotions
• If you need to, ask for time to process the criticism, or for more information and reassurance to help you understand the situation
• Consider if you have been offered toxic criticism or constructive feedback
• Consider if the criticism contains valuable insights to help you grow

More about E-Walkabout:

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“Remember to take advantage of the moment before the moment takes advantage of you!”