Worksheet: Turning Criticism and Appreciation into Growth

Worksheet: Turning Criticism and Appreciation into Growth

Name: ___________________________
Date: ____________________________

 

Part 1: Reflecting on Criticism

1. Identify a Recent Criticism

  • Describe the Situation:
    • What was the criticism about? (e.g., a comment from a coach, feedback from a colleague, etc.)
    • Who provided the criticism?
  • Write your response here:

2. Applying the SEE Method

  • Separate:
    • What emotions did you feel immediately after receiving the criticism? (e.g., anger, frustration, sadness, etc.)
  • Write your response here:

  • Embrace:
    • How did you allow yourself to fully experience these emotions? Did you take time to reflect before responding?
  • Write your response here:

  • Evaluate:
    • After the emotion subsided, what did you learn from the criticism? How could you respond differently next time?
  • Write your response here:

 

Part 2: Reflecting on Appreciation

1. Think of Someone You Appreciate

  • Identify the Person:
    • Who is someone you appreciate but may not have expressed it to recently? (e.g., a teammate, colleague, friend, family member)
  • Write your response here:

  • Expressing Appreciation:
    • How will you express your appreciation to this person this week? (e.g., a thank-you note, verbal recognition, small gesture)
  • Write your response here:

 

2. Building a Habit of Appreciation

  • Weekly Practice:
    • Set a goal to express appreciation to at least one person each week. How will you remind yourself to do this?
  • Write your response here:

 

Reflection

  • Overall Reflection:
    • After completing this worksheet, how do you feel about handling criticism and expressing appreciation? What is one key takeaway you have from this exercise?
  • Write your response here: