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When Feedback Feels Like an Attack: How to Receive Criticism Without Shutting Down

Joyce Teo

Published on: 06/04/2026

Ever heard something about our work — or ourselves — that landed like a punch. Even when it was delivered carefully and meant well. The problem isn't always how feedback is given. Sometimes it's what happens inside us when we hear it.

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Why Boundaries Are the First Step in Kind Communication

Ange Dove

Published on: 24/09/2025

Most people equate kindness with pleasing others. They agree to more meetings, more projects, more emotional labour, and end up stretched, resentful, or quietly burnt out. But true kindness isn’t about endless giving.

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