I don't think I enjoy the awards show press gauntlet anymore. At least this year I had the best gown ever, designed by Derek of Narcisse, a couture peacock feather fantasy, which was named the Worst Dress of the 2004 Grammys by E!, Entertainment Tonight, Joan Rivers and Steven Cojocaru - which means it was the best dress there.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cho interprets negative media reviews as a sign of her dress being uniquely bold and successful.
- In plain terms
- Cho sees being called the worst dress as proof it was the most memorable and best choice.
- What can you take from it?
- Negative feedback can sometimes mean you stood out positively.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can criticism be reframed positively?
- What defines a successful outfit?
Another view
The logic assumes all criticism is a backhanded compliment.
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