Many people tell me that my poetry is awful. And, for the life of me, I can't decide if they are right, or just stupid.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Critics often dismiss poetry, leaving the author uncertain whether the work is bad or critics are foolish.
- In plain terms
- People say my poetry is bad, and I don't know who is right.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept criticism without losing confidence in your work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle negative feedback?
- Who do you trust for opinions?
Another view
Ignoring all criticism can prevent necessary improvement.
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