When I am gone I hope there may still be courageous people in the world to criticize me, so that I don't become a hindrance on anybody's path. And those who will criticize me will not be my enemies; neither am I the enemy of those whom I have criticized. The working of the enlightened masters just has to be understood.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Criticism from others is welcomed as a way to avoid becoming an obstacle.
- In plain terms
- Let people challenge you so you do not stop them from moving forward.
- What can you take from it?
- Welcome feedback that keeps you from blocking others' paths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you react when someone challenges your path?
- Are you willing to be corrected by others?
Another view
Some criticism may be malicious rather than constructive.
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