Why Your Critics Deserve A Hug
This is why criticisms are good for you
You were looked down on that you cannot rise but you went on from there to give yourself the greatest shot.
You were told your grammar is bad and would find it difficult to be a great public speaker, you took it in, bought Brighter Grammar 1-3, digested it like no man business until you became sound and people started applauding you as though it was not you.
You were termed a failure in Secondary School because your result sheets were filled with red pen not until you started becoming diligent and went on to be amidst the best in your Department on campus.
They said you were too fleshy and cannot have an handsome young man as a hubby, then, you watched your weight, did some exercises and now have an enviable marriage.
You were told you don't have enough to succeed in business and you went on to build yourself, invested in the right knowledge and today, you are cashing in so much in revenue.
I guess you have such story too..
Tell me then, why you should not give those who criticized you a hug and thank them all for pushing you.
After wiping your tears from those criticisms, get to work, take actions and you will find out how good they were to you.
I know someone may think on the contrary but I advise you read again before you express it.
We will be wise!
Abiodun Mustapha
Abiodun Mustapha is a passionate growth strategist, marketing expert, and AI enthusiast with over a decade of experience helping businesses leverage technology for growth. He combines cutting-edge AI knowledge with proven marketing strategies to deliver exceptional results for his clients.
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