There is always a time when we all stand to be corrected. Nobody gets it right at all time. So making mistakes and missing the mark is what makes us human. We also learn from mistakes( well, that is what is expected) and such learning makes us a better person in  life. People who have excelled in life will tell you they have made so many mistakes and stumbled through many obstacles and huddles. So when someone tells us we are not doing well or corrects us, we should not take it the wrong way if we want to be a better version of ourselves. However criticism can be demeaning and a put down rather than helpful.  So the question becomes : WHEN DOES A CRITICISM OR CORRECTION , CONSTRUCTIVE RATHER THAN DESTRUCTIVE? HOW DO YOU DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN A GENUINE DESIRE TO MAKE YOU A BETTER VERSION OF YOURSELF RATHER THAN A PUT DOWN OR DEMEANING? This current episode of YOUTH+EMO describes 5 areas to explore to determine if a criticism or correction is meant well or just a ploy to attack your self-esteem and damage your confidence. Understanding the difference is important for a better mental health and well-being. #youth+emo #correction #self-esteem #well-being #mentalhealth #mistakes #personaldevelopement