Ow!

Sometimes it is not that we are ‘wrong’, nor that criticism recurred is unwarranted either, but perhaps it stings a little because we are already vulnerable? Ever had a colleague feedback on your work and whilst your head knows it us valid, and whilst in your core you know it is useful, your heart hurts and no rationalising can make that stop. 

My guess is that this reaction within is exaggeratedly piercing because it lands in a place that is already bruised. At that point in time there is no point putting up a fight. Disagree neither with your colleague nor yourself. Sit with the feelings. Neither act not react…….. 

And Be kind to yourself. The true cause will become clear in time…………..The real cause of the hurt can then be addressed and the feedback from your colleague be received as it was intended…….All is well!

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