“I always avoid criticism. It makes me feel like crap,” a friend, Angela, said.

I later thought about criticism and good ways to deal with it.

“There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” – Aristotle

I have three insights for you.

1. Avoid trying to duck all criticism.

If someone criticizes something you did, you can view it as a “badge celebrating that you did take action.”

When someone criticizes you, you know you have made an impact. You have arrived! You are saying something.

Criticism rises among different Wiccans.

Some say that rituals must be performed in a certain way.

How do you do your own practice? Do you have certain opinions about how to do things?

There are many opinions about the Craft.

Have you noticed that some people can be truly negative about new ideas?

It’s important to notice the difference between negative criticism and real constructive criticism.

How can you tell the difference?

Ask yourself: Is this person trying to support me in what I am trying to accomplish? Or is their ego involved?

“In order for you to insult me, I would first have to value your opinion.” – Anonymous

2. Do something on the level of “real and connected.”

Real is about doing something on an authentic level. When doing your Craft, do what speaks to you.

Yes, follow good safety rules like:

• Dismiss what you invoke.
• Always, always ward.
• If in doubt, bring in the Gods.

A ritual that is from the heart is more powerful. On the other hand, a ritual with many half-intentioned steps of complexity can be weak.

Real is visceral and heartfelt.

If it doesn’t feel right, it’s wrong.

Find your own way while you keep to the safety rules.

3. Ask the Goddess to strengthen you.

Here is a prayer you can use:

Gracious Goddess of the Moon,
Give me the strength to forge my own path.
Lead me, guide me to the betterment of myself and others.
Strengthen my Craft and help me learn and grow.
So mote it be.

May these insights support your path.

Blessed Be,
Moonwater

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