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Originally Posted by Aaroneet
The criticism I understood, and I did take the advice to an extent. But the "ulterior motives" part, quite frankly, got under my skin like a poisonous thorn sticking me in my weakest side.
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I struggled with those demons often enough myself
and as you continue with your writing, you'll run into more "double-edged" critiques. Personally, I just decided to be amused rather than upset. So now when I get insulting comments, I think "Ha-ha, made your eyes bleed," but I say, "Thanks for the feedback," and move on.
Most people don't spend a whole lot of time on critiques and what they say is more about themselves than you. When someone gives you a thoughtful critique, the negatives are much easier to accept. We can learn from both kinds if we consider the source - everyone gives subjective comments, to a certain extent. Just take what suggestions work, and forgive/forget what doesn't.