Episode 10 Segment 2 - Don't Be a Critic
from Your Best Version Podcast Hosted by David Porter
SHOW NOTES Today we are going to discuss the least productive and most destructive role you play -- the Critic. Problem: You have a burning desire to let others know how they are falling short to feed an obsession to show yourself superior. You incorrectly believe tearing others down elevates you You feel empowered when you can critique You strive for perfection and rant when others fail You speak to and about yourself like no one else Possibility: You know the Critic is irrelevant and your true path is from being a consistent producer Others' results have ZERO effect on you Helping others helps you produce more You focus on your progress, not perfection You grant yourself grace and mercy Mindsets: You are better when you help others be better You have as many flaws as anyone Grace and mercy are powerful building blocks Being in the arena is the measure Skillsets: You commit to the "kind word" You speak in the "you can" frame You can discern those trying from those not trying You can speak truth from love MAKE IT STICK Download and print Teddy Roosevelt's "Man in the Arena" speech and hang it up in prominent places in your world (desk, mirror, etc.) Write in your journal how you measure up being the man (or woman) in the arena Write down one thing you are committed to do this week to be more in the arena (seeking success while risking failure)
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