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I Love Feedback, But Don't Give Me Any!

In 2023, I posted a tweet in Farsi comparing receiving feedback to getting a shot. It roughly translates to: "To put it simply, receiving feedback feels like getting a shot. Even though it's good and necessary, it still hurts. You might even feel guilty or inadequate." At that time, I felt nervous or embarrassed whenever someone gave me constructive feedback, even when I agreed with them. It wasn't an easy journey, but over time, I learned that receiving feedback is a skill I can develop, not just a personality trait. Now, I feel much more comfortable giving and receiving feedback. I know there are already many articles about the importance of feedback and why giving feedback is useful. But in my article, I wanted to focus on my own experience and how my attitude toward receiving feedback has changed over the past three years.