"Consider the opinion of others to improve yourself, not to disapprove yourself".

The people around us greatly influence how we feel about ourselves. They can make us feel the best about ourselves and sometimes the worst.

Sometimes when we get to know other people's opinions of us, we get so discouraged that we too start blaming ourselves, doubting our abilities and feeling incompetent.

Not everyone's opinion needs your attention. People who really want you to improve give their opinion, but it will make you feel motivated and encouraged. People who want to put you down criticize you to hurt you and lower your confidence. Know the difference, and you'll know which ones to believe.

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"Consider the opinion of others to improve yourself, not to disapprove yourself"

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