One thing I have never understood is destructive criticism. We all know what it is and what it’s like to have it dealt to us. Why do people find benefit in criticizing without offering a solution to a problem or what they think is something that needs to be changed?

The dictionary defines criticism as “the act of passing judgment as to the merits of anything.” I can understand having criticism for something. I don’t agree with everything everyone ever does. Do you? There will always be people who disagree with you or who you disagree with. People will have differing opinions or beliefs or values about things in life.

But does that give me the grounds to tear them down? If I disagree with someone, does that give me the right or authority to judge them, tear them down, and give them flack for it? No. It doesn’t. Click to continue »