Feedback reveals not only our strengths, but also the things we may not notice ourselves. Learn to take it in stride.
What we see as our best efforts may come across differently to others. That gap can be an opportunity to understand ourselves better. After receiving feedback, try writing down what surprised you, what you agree with, and what you’d like to look into further. Taking a moment to reflect can help you separate assumptions from specific observations and choose an area to work on. The goal isn’t to change yourself in response to every opinion, but to make more thoughtful choices.
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