Stoic Coffee Break

184 - The Truth Never Harmed Anyone

Apr 26, 2021

The podcast discusses the challenge of receiving criticism and why it is difficult for us to hear. It explores the importance of seeking and receiving honest feedback for personal growth. The host shares upcoming events and announcements in the Stoic Coffee community.

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Criticism threatens our ego and identity, making it challenging to receive, but it is crucial for personal and professional growth.

Developing the ability to receive feedback openly allows for personal growth, emotional management, transparency, and addressing shortcomings effectively.

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The Importance of Handling Criticism

Criticism is challenging to receive because it threatens our ego and identity. Our insecurities often make us defensive and resistant to feedback. However, learning how to effectively handle criticism is crucial for personal and professional growth. Honest feedback helps us improve in various areas of life, such as our careers and relationships. By creating a safe space for others to offer feedback, listening without debating or arguing, and expressing gratitude for their candor, we can foster trust and encourage open communication. Embracing feedback allows us to handle our emotions, encourages others to be honest with us, and helps us identify and address our weaknesses.

Introduction

2min

The Challenge of Receiving Criticism

5min

The Importance of Seeking and Receiving Honest Feedback

2min

"It’s the truth I’m after, and the truth never harmed anyone. What harms us is to persist in self-deceit and ignorance.” – Marcus AureliusDeep down, we all harbor insecurities. We feel that we just aren’t as good as we pretend to be, or want to be. Because our ego, our identity, is wrapped up in who we think we are. When something threatens that identity, we can easily get defensive. Our egos try to maintain these boundaries of who we think we are.This week's episode is about one of the hardest things for us as human to receive - criticism. ----Hello friends! Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, head on over to patreon.com/stoicoffee and help support this podcast by becoming a patron. Also stop by the website at www.stoic.coffee where you can sign up for our newsletter, and buy some great looking shirts and hoodies at the Stoic Coffee Shop. Also, if you know of someone that would benefit from or appreciate this podcast, please share it. Word of mouth is the best way to help this podcast grow. Thanks again for listening.

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