“Criticism is dangerous, because it wounds a person's pride, hurts his sense of importance, and arouses resentment.”
— Dale Carnegie
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When someone is criticized, it can hurt their feelings and make them feel less significant and respected. Imagine you’ve worked hard on a project, and instead of getting any praise, someone points out only the mistakes you made. This can make you feel bad about yourself and upset at the person who criticized you. Many people, instead of taking the criticism as a chance to improve, might feel angry and defensive. This is because everyone wants to feel valuable and respected, and criticism can make us feel the opposite. In life, it’s usually more effective to offer constructive feedback gently and to highlight the positives along with the areas for improvement. By doing this, you help others grow without making them feel hurt or resentful.
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Criticism Emotional impact Human psychology Interpersonal relationships Negative feedback Pride Resentment Self-esteem
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