Even when an insecure, hateful or adversarial person spits their criticism at you, with the intention of causing you embarrassment or emotional harm, a wise, mature self-controlled individual, will do their best (on a good day), to filter out that which is destructive, while searching for kernels of truth.
We all have blind spots. Each of us has character flaws and bad habits. There will always be aspects of our lives, where there is room for improvement. Self knowledge and self awareness are essential for our personal growth, in every dimension of our lives.
I believe that a willingness to seek out and to accept constructive criticism (ideally, dispensed gently and respectfully) from others, is one of the key factors that will enable an individual to progress the farthest, in the shortest period of time, with the fewest missteps and the least amount of stress.
Having a teachable spirit is an important determinant of future success.
If you do not easily become hostile or defensive, your spouse or partner, as well as loving and supportive family members and close friends, will feel at liberty to enlighten you about your weaknesses, character flaws and idiosyncrasies which will become obstacles to your personal development and future career advancement.
Those who are thin skinned do themselves a great disservice by cutting themselves off from the insights of those who know them best.
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