Unkind criticism is never part of a meaningful critique of you. Its purpose is not to teach or to help, its purpose is to punish.
Barbara SherReal Dreams don't require you to abandon your family, quit your job, and move to Tahiti with your paintbrush. They just require that you search your soul for that deep dream you put aside-and go for it. And watch your life light up.
Barbara SherBeing judgmental about your own behavior is actually another cop-out because it makes you feel as though you're doing something virtuous.
Barbara Sher