Unlike kind, constructive feedback, criticism can feel like finding yourself on the receiving end of someone else's unmanaged mind. 

Whether kind or harsh, constructive or not, there is always something to learn from the experience. Taking a step back and looking for the underlying facts can help you build strength and gain perspective.

By doing and being the best we can and having our own back, we can realize the ancient alchemist's dream and turn lead into gold.

Criticism

Problem-focused

Or to recognize, resolve correct, and move forward

Contempt before investigation

Or an insight into undeveloped recoverable skills 

More about them 

Or more about me

Opinion and judgment 

Or facts that build strength

Pause, Take a Deep Breath

Familiarize the impact 

Helpful criticism may hurt.

Ignore how it is said

Listen to what is said, 

Feel your feelings

Do self-care.  

Get curious 

Be creative,

Find a truth you can use