Long ago, I made up my mind that when things were said involving only me, I would pay no attention to them, except when valid criticism was carried by which I could profit. (14 January 1942)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ignore personal comments unless they contain valid criticism that helps you improve.
- In plain terms
- Pay attention to useful criticism but ignore other personal comments.
- What can you take from it?
- Filter feedback for value and ignore noise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you distinguish useful criticism from noise?
- What makes criticism valid?
Another view
Ignoring all personal comments might hide blind spots.
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