What’s your first instinct when someone gives you feedback ? Do you tense up ? That’s normal. Feedback can feel like a spotlight, and spotlights make us sweat.
But here’s the truth: feedback isn’t a threat—it’s a gift. And it doesn’t require an immediate reaction. You don’t need to agree. You don’t need to explain. You don’t even need to act on it—yet. All you need to do is receive it. Say thank you.
Then, give yourself space to reflect. Feedback, when absorbed without judgment, becomes fuel for clarity, growth, and connection.
The best leaders don’t react to feedback. They grow with it.
What story do you tell yourself when you receive feedback ?
How do you want to show up when receiving feedback ?
