CRITICISM

People who criticize others usually do so because they don't like themselves and believe that by tearing others down they are building themselves up. They sadly soon learn it doesn't work. When we throw dirt at others, we dig a deeper hole for ourselves. Often the traits or behaviors we are critical of in other people are the very things we need to correct in ourselves. If you find that you don't like someone, rather than attacking or criticizing them, take time for self examination. Ask yourself, "am I projecting on to them behaviors I possess and don't like?" Transform the need to criticize into an opportunity for personal change and growth. People who constantly criticize and speak negatively of you are people you do not need in your life. 

People who feel good about themselves want to make others feel good and don't need to knock the joy out of someone. Keep away from people who try to belittle  your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great!