4 Things To Think About Before Criticizing Others

OGETLIFEMAPS.cOM Before I.. Criticize Others | will... Achnomledge My Own Faults: I will identify one of my own faults first! I will take a look at my own behavior and ask myself whether I do something similar now, or I have in the past? When I point a finger at someone, three fingers are pointing back at me! Try to Understand: I will look at things from their perspective and try to understand the reason for their actions. I will ask myself: If I were under the same circumstances, is there a chance I would have done the same thing? Remember to Be Kind & Positive: I will first commend them (point out the positives) about something specific that they do right! I will be calm and rational (not emotionally upset or under great stress). I will not threaten, argue, or humiliate (call names, etc.) - putting someone on the defensive is counterproductive. I will never criticize the person, but always criticize the actions. I will make sure no one else is around. Timing is everything - I will choose a time when they are rested and in a good mood Have a Solution: I will have a specific solution in mind that I can share with them. I will focus on the future, not past mistakes. "He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to help." - Abraham Lincoln "Never criticize a man until you've walked a mile in his moccasins." - Native American Proverb