Bad review Quote by Mohsin Hamid
“You know, you get a bad review as a writer, you remember it for 10 years. You get a hundred good reviews, you forget them all. You say hello to a hundred people in the city and it doesn't mean anything to you. One racist comment passes by, and it sticks with you a decade.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Exit West, 2017
Negative feedback lingers while praise fades, shaping self‑image.
In simple terms: Bad reviews stick, good ones fade.
Key Takeaway
Focus on constructive criticism, not fleeting praise.
Themes
criticism
memory
self‑esteem
Mood
introspective
cautious
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- career development
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
impact of trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you filter lasting lessons from noise?
- What strategies protect against lingering negativity?
A Different Perspective
May cause undue self‑doubt.
