tallandhandsome125
Progress, not Perfection.
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Modern culture has indoctrinated us that it's more important to "feel good" rather than actually "do good". Self-help books urge to find something that "feels authentic". Schools give out participation medals saying the only thing that counts is effort, not if the work is correct. This is consumer ethics, not the craftsman's ethos.
Consumer ethic has weakened you.
It has created individuals with self-inflated and fragile egos who are unable to withstand the harsh criticisms and judgements that come in life and in work. Clients don't care if you felt "authentic" when writing a memo, or if you "tried really hard on a project." All that matters are the results.
It takes mistakes in order to get better. You can't get better if no one points out your failings. Use the criticism to become the best man you can be. What stands in the way becomes the way. Every challenge you face compelled you to move. This is a blessing in disguise. Make your weaknesses into your strengths. Have courage to be honest with yourself to BECOME the person you want to be, instead of just feeling a certain way.
Consumer ethic has weakened you.
It has created individuals with self-inflated and fragile egos who are unable to withstand the harsh criticisms and judgements that come in life and in work. Clients don't care if you felt "authentic" when writing a memo, or if you "tried really hard on a project." All that matters are the results.
It takes mistakes in order to get better. You can't get better if no one points out your failings. Use the criticism to become the best man you can be. What stands in the way becomes the way. Every challenge you face compelled you to move. This is a blessing in disguise. Make your weaknesses into your strengths. Have courage to be honest with yourself to BECOME the person you want to be, instead of just feeling a certain way.