As my wise uncle once said to me; “Some things need to go in one ear and out the other…don’t let everything people say hurt you.” Wow, great advice and it would be even better if it was that easy!  

Why do we take remarks to heart?  I think it is because we are humans.  I think it is because we care and we are wired to feel things.

Teachers, instructors, motivational speakers and counselors can advise us to ignore negative comments.  And, each of us can try, but it still can sting when we on the receiving end of negativity.  

This is a skill that must be practiced over time.  The skill of letting things “go in one ear and out the other” can work.  Practice, practice, practice! 

It feels great when it works and you walk away without hurting.