How to self-critique without self-loathing
Artistry and self-loathing go hand in hand to the extent that’s it’s become almost cliche. Whether it’s music, programming, painting or any other creative outlet, we are all our own worst critics. The problem is, unless your work is critiqued, it’s very difficult to improve. We can always get others to listen to our work, of course, but that opens all kinds of other issues. Your friends and family are most likely to be “yes men” because they actually care…