“We mistakenly equate flattery to friendship and criticism to opposition; one should evaluate truth first and then judge, for flattery and criticism… — RJ Intindola - - 1975 Copy Share Image
“The pleasure of criticism takes away from us the pleasure of being deeply moved by very fine things.” — Jean de La Bruyère Copy Share Image
Everybody makes mistakes, but remember to be sure to point out your own before you point out someone else's. — Orebela Gbenga Copy Share Image
There a mask on me, I always wear it but when you judge and criticize me, it falls apart and you see… — Anonymous Copy Share Image
As a leader, you will receive a large amount of praise and criticism and you should not unduly affected by either. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
“The great philosopher, Aristotle had this to say in regards to criticism. “There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing,… — L.A. Hilden Copy Share Image
“The truth is not that we need the critics in order to enjoy the authors, but that we need the authors in… — C.S. Lewis Copy Share Image
If someone praises me for my acting, all I say is thanks and in case of criticism, I do apologize. — Mukul Dev Copy Share Image
Sometimes discipline, which means 'to teach,' is confused with criticism. Children-as well as people of all ages-improve behavior from love and encouragement… — Susan W. Tanner Copy Share Image
I grew up reading Updike. I remember being alarmed to find that he had published short stories by the time he was… — Justin Cartwright Copy Share Image
Because I was a dancer when I was a kid, I have so much empathy for these young girls who are so… — Sharon Lawrence Copy Share Image
Religious apologists complain bitterly that atheists and secularists are aggressive and hostile in their criticism of them. I always say: look, when… — A.C. Grayling Copy Share Image
“Criticism of this sort works in much the same way as water on a rock: the first few drops are not damaging,… — Susan Forward Copy Share Image
Mixtapes are extremely important, especially for New York or North East artists. They allow you to be creative, to get feedback and… — Joe Budden Copy Share Image
The Japanese bureaucracy is unique. It is also very powerful, although it is now the object of so much criticism. Many of… — F. Sionil Jose Copy Share Image
A critic is a man who creates nothing and thereby feels qualified to judge the work of creative men. There is logic… — Robert A. Heinlein Copy Share Image
Remember that when criticism is difficult to accept, there is probably some truth to it. — Marshall Goldsmith Copy Share Image
What I have more of a problem accepting is the criticism of former players turned journalists, who - some of them -… — Karim Benzema Copy Share Image
If you criticise something then you have to have an alternative, but we do have to try and improve things. — Linford Christie Copy Share Image
You know, criticism began as the province of amateurs, of wealthy men who liked the arts. — Robert Christgau Copy Share Image
Politicians complaining about criticism is like fishermen complaining about the sea. It is the world in which we live. — Gavin Williamson Copy Share Image
The two main ideas that run through all of my writing, whether it be literary criticism or political polemic are these: I… — H. L. Mencken Copy Share Image
I tend to judge a piece of criticism by how smart I find the argument. This, I know,, is not how everyone… — Michelle Dean Copy Share Image
If our aim is to praise, we should forget to criticize; if our aim is to criticize, we should remember to praise — Samuel Johnson Copy Share Image
“I welcome reviews from all readers. I take criticism well; but please . . . no comments on my author face!” — C.C. Alma Copy Share Image
Literary criticism has about it neither rigour nor proof. Where it is honest, it is passionate, private experience seeking to persuade. — George Steiner Copy Share Image
We must grant the artist his subject, his idea, his donn´e: our criticism is applied only to what he makes of it. — Henry James Copy Share Image
A society needs famous people; the question is whom it chooses for that role. Any criticism of its choice is by implication… — Max Frisch Copy Share Image
In any field, it's a plus if you view criticism as potentially helpful advice rather than as a personal attack. — Chris Hadfield Copy Share Image
Don't allow peoples criticism or their bad perception of you to penetrate deep into your soul, treat it like a piece of… — Faith Adeniyi Copy Share Image
I would rather choose to be with someone who's acknowledging your weaknesses rather than judging your flaws. — Anonymous Copy Share Image
When certain persons abuse us, let us ask ourselves what description of characters it is that they admire; we shall often find… — Charles Caleb Colton Copy Share Image
“The most dangerous negativity comes from ourselves in the form of doubts, fears and unreasonable self-criticisms.” — Bryant McGill Copy Share Image
Some intentionally injure others through mocking, sarcasm with no intent to help. Others are trying to help. — Sterling W Sill Copy Share Image
“Interpreting criticism as a subjective opinion with a solution instead of a personal rebuke will help you grow, build better relationships, become… — Dr.Prem jagyasi Copy Share Image
You can take a bit of criticism from your manager now and then, but you have to react to it which I… — Ross Barkley Copy Share Image
“There's a place for talking and criticism. But there's also a place to let our ACTIONS do the talking!” — Fela Durotoye Copy Share Image
“Criticism is decay in a relationship. The more you criticize your partner, the more it’s going to hurt your sex life in… — Alex Altman Copy Share Image
The words with which a child's heart is poisoned, whether through malice or through ignorance, remain branded in his memory, and sooner… — Carlos Ruiz Zafon Copy Share Image
I can handle constructive criticism as long as your not just being negative or saying it for the sake of it. If… — Anonymous Copy Share Image