3377: The Art of Handling Criticism Gracefully by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Composure & Grace

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3377: Leo Babauta's guide on handling criticism teaches us how to navigate negative feedback with grace and self-awareness. By calming yourself, recognizing valid points, and thanking the critic, you turn criticism into an opportunity for personal growth rather than a source of frustration. Babauta’s approach emphasizes learning from feedback without taking it personally, allowing you to continue creating meaningful work without being derailed by negativity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/criticism/ Quotes to ponder: "People who leave rude comments don’t expect you to listen to them, much less be grateful and empathetic." "Responding to a critic in anger is never, ever, ever a good idea." "If you find yourself swimming along with all the other fishes, swim the other way." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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