Reacting to Negative Feedback and Criticism

Criticism and being judged for what you do or say is a part of life, and we all get negative feedback from time to time. Choosing how to use it wisely so you can grow from it, instead of going on the defensive end, is entirely up to you. Furthermore, the next time that you encounter negative feedback, seek to understand instead of getting angry, will prove to be a better option and more rewarding!

- - Here are some tips when given "negative feedback" on a blog - -

Pick it apart:
Read negative comments and criticisms word for word. All readers will perceive it differently, but it is up to you to decode it. The immediate response is to give negative feedback or negative comments in return, but are we justified to do so? They have the right to their own opinion. We, as civilized adults, need to be open-minded and consider other ways of viewing. How? ....

Seek to understand by asking the commentator:
Find out why they feel that way? Alternatively, why they think this solution is better? A comment might be justified to the commentary's background, upbringing, or personal experiences that you are not aware of.

Don't prove them wrong:
Sorry but your not right, and the other person isn't right when it comes to comments. Once again, they have the right to their opinion, and we need to respect that.

Turn the negative into a positive:
Do this by taking their point-of-view into consideration and thank them for adding another thought. If they explained why, you can debate back and challenge in a professional manner. For example: "That's unfortunate, but think of it this way..." or  "That's interesting, have you tried.."

Negative feedback, if done correctly, can become an enlightening conversation if both parts are willing to be open-minded to each others opinion.

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