• Criticism no matter how good or correct always backfires which is why it is better left unsaid.
• To pushback against unwanted and hurtful criticism make your first reaction one of self-appreciation.
• While they are condemning or complaining about something you did, teach yourself to hear your voice over theirs in your head.
• You are the authority on you – criticism from others is just an opinion not the truth, keep that straight and you’ll always put it in the right place – out of your mind.