What classifies a statement as an attack on your character and self-esteem? Criticism and insults tend to diminish a person’s character and self-worth, but is there value in constructive criticism? Corrective criticism never attacks a person’s character or integrity but focuses on behavior and beneficial instructions for growth and change.
There are times when behaviors and attitudes require correction, but you must be in a position to accept and apply the truth of criticism so corrective change can take place. Adults and children may need a growth plan and a timeframe to make acceptable changes.
How well you comply with any corrections speaks to your level of spiritual and emotional maturity, including your willingness to trust what others perceive as having value. Begin by asking the criticizing person to tell you what else is offensive about your character or behavior. This takes courage and strength of character, but God will empower you to do so.
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If you profit from constructive criticism, you will be
elected to the wise [person’s] hall of fame. But to reject criticism is to harm
yourself and your own best interests.
~Proverbs 15:31-32 The Living Bible
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