Self Care – Dealing with Criticism

As parents of struggling teens, we deal with criticism from multiple sources.  Sometimes these criticisms come from well meaning family members/friends; sometimes these criticisms comes from our children.  How do we step back and see what’s valid and what’s not?  Recently, I read an article by Patricia Spadaro titled How to Deal with Criticism and Critical People which, I feel, may be of use (see http://www.beliefnet.com/Inspiration/2009/09/Coping-with-Criticism.aspx).  This article provides tips on how navigate criticisms with dignity and grace.  Areas addressed include correcting misinformation/lies, acknowledging your feelings, etc.

Given how important it is to reflect honestly on what is being said to us and about us, you may want to read this article.   As always, I hope this of service to you and your family.

Note: for more on the work of Patricia Spadaro, please see http://www.practicalspirituality.info/About-Patricia-Spadaro.html.