There will always be people who pass unwarranted judgments on others. As we journey through life, we come to realize that not everyone will be on our side.
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Some people seem determined to bring others down, often without understanding the damage their words can cause. You can’t hide from negative people, no matter how often you’re advised to try.
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The more I write and share my thoughts, the more I encounter this reality. Harsh comments, personal messages – it often feels like some people are waiting for an opportunity to criticize, even though they know nothing about who I am or what I stand for.
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This kind of judgment can sting deeply. It can make you doubt yourself and your abilities, leaving you questioning whether someone else’s opinion might actually be true.
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You might even feel tempted to change yourself to appease others. But let me remind you: your self-worth is not, and should never be, determined by the opinions of others.
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If you base your self-esteem on external validation, you will always find yourself chasing an elusive sense of happiness. True peace comes from within. When you know your values and hold firm to your moral standards, the judgments of others lose their power. Their opinions become irrelevant against your own personal strengths.
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While we all want to make good impressions and appear a certain way, we cannot control how others view us.
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Unfortunately, judgment is something none of us can fully escape. If you’re striving toward meaningful goals and pursuing your dreams, you will face criticism. That’s inevitable. What matters is how you respond.
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You have to be the stronger person. The opinions of others will come and go, so never allow those opinions to change how you view or think of yourself. Your worth is not for others to decide.
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Written by Adam Carter – Shuri Dojo
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