How To Stay Grounded When Feedback Hits A Nerve
Feedback can be helpful, but it can also hurt. In this episode, I explore how to take feedback without losing your confidence, your clarity, or your sense of self.
I still remember an interview early in my career where I got feedback that really stung.
It wasn’t cruel or anything (I don’t think) - it was just really blunt. It hit a massive nerve. Looking back, I think what made it sting so bad is I didn’t know how to separate what I did from who I was, so I took it really personally. It stuck with me for a long time.
That story is in this week’s episode of The 10-Minute Shift.
Listen here:
🎧 How to Take Feedback Without Taking It Personally
Whether you’ve received thoughtful feedback, harsh feedback, or feedback that felt more like a punch than someone’s perspective - this one’s for you.
In this episode, I explore:
Why feedback can feel like a personal attack (even when it’s not meant that way)
What helps me stay grounded instead of reactive
And two simple questions that have become anchors for me when I need to regroup and reframe
This is not about pretending feedback doesn’t hurt. It’s about creating just enough space between your self and your performance so that you can choose how to respond - without falling into self-doubt.
If you’re someone who cares deeply, tries hard, and wants to grow, feedback will always be part of the journey. But it doesn’t have to define you. And it definitely doesn’t get to decide your worth!
Thank you so much for being here. If the episode resonates, I’d love to know what it brings up for you. Just hit reply and share to start a discussion.
Warmly,
Amy
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