All of us have at one time or another felt the sting of criticism – the injustice of it and the uncertainty of it. Criticism is as sure as death and taxes. While it will be impossible to avoid criticism, I warn you here and now to expect more of it as you consider goals for life. There is for basic reasons why you can expect to be criticized more in the future. I will list them so that you can be prepared.
- You will be criticized because you are not conforming to normal behavior. Once you set goals for life, with the inherent objectives and obligations, you step away from the crowd; you have broken with conformity.
- Criticism comes from possessing dreams and purpose which guide and direct your life. Here you will encounter envy because your life goals are obviously having an effect on you. Your motivation will often be described as arrogance, pride and even ruthlessness. And to know where you are going, and how you are going to get there, poses a threat to those who get along by going along.
- Your objective planning and motivation mirrors the inadequacy of the critic. Most people know they can do better and when you confront them with a life which is growing and expanding it will not go unnoticed and you will be pulled down.
- You will attract criticism because you have taken control of your own life and accepted personal accountability. In taking this course of action you are suggesting others do the same. You are challenging and provoking them. You will attract criticism.
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