YOU TAKE THE GOOD, YOU TAKE THE BAD Part II...For Part I, click here

What is more difficult for you to handle?

A compliment or a criticism?

I know what you are thinking...certainly you love hearing compliments...I mean, what is not to like?  Flattery is great.

But is it really?

When someone gives you some true, heartfelt, sincere praise are you able to accept it?  Or do you just blow it off?

If someone told you that you are really special, or that you have a special talent, are you really appreciative?  Do you let the person know that you are appreciative? 

Criticism...

We all know how hard it is to receive that.  We can learn from the criticism or just become defensive...Of course it depends on who is criticizing you, doesn't it?  Boss, spouse, parent, teacher, friend or enemy.