Denny Strecker’s Blog

If you find yourself vulnerable to the criticism of others, remember this:

There are two types of people in the world. Those that DO. And — those that comment
on what the do-ers do.

Criticism of others makes the critic feel like he is doing something important.
Meanwhile, he does nothing. Takes any risk. Contributes nothing of value. And,
adds to the stress and discouragement of everybody around him.

I knew a man who always appeared to be an expert. Wherever he worked, he always
seemed to know what the bosses were doing wrong.

When his son joined the sports team at school, he was very opinionated about
the strategies of the coaching staff.

At first, I was impressed with his opinions. Quickly, though, I began to see
that this man never did anything himself. He only commented critically on
the actions of others.

It was difficult to resist saying, “Well, why don’t YOU open a business, become
the boss and see how you do?” or “Why don’t you coach the team…and let’s see
what you’ve got!”

Of course, there is no point in saying these things. The only useful thing
to do is to recognize these comments for what they are…and to NOT be
affected by them when they are directed at you!