We’ve all had that person.
Maybe it’s a coworker, a friend, or even a family member who says something like, “Actually, if you did it this way…” or “I think you missed a spot here.”
Suddenly, your mood shifts. You feel that heat rise in your chest, and you immediately start listing all the reasons why you just don’t like them.
But if we’re being brutally honest in the quiet moments, is it actually their personality… or is it that they just poked a hole in the "perfect" image we’ve worked so hard to build?
Let’s be real: correction feels like an attack when our identity is tied to being right. If I have to be the smartest or the most "together" person in the room, then you telling me I’m wrong isn’t just advice—it’s a threat to my whole foundation.
We label people as "annoying" or "condescending" because it’s a lot easier than admitting, "Ouch, they’re right, and I’m embarrassed I didn't see it first." We use dislike as a shield to protect our ego from the sting of growth.
The Bible is actually pretty hilarious about this because it doesn't sugarcoat it at all. Proverbs 12:1 basically says if you hate being corrected, you’re being... well, "stupid." (Yikes, right?)
But Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that "iron sharpens iron." Have you ever seen iron being sharpened? There are sparks, there’s friction, and it’s loud. It’s not a comfortable process, but it’s the only way to get a dull blade ready for battle.
Next time you feel that defensive wall going up, try asking yourself:
Is it the message or the messenger? If a person you actually liked said the exact same thing, would you still be this upset?
What am I afraid of losing? Am I afraid that if I’m wrong, I’m less valuable? (Reminder: Your value is already settled at the Cross. A mistake doesn't change your worth. )
Sometimes God sends people who rub us the wrong way specifically to smooth out our rough edges.
Don't let your ego cheat you out of your growth It’s okay to not be the expert. It’s okay to have room to grow.
It is far better to walk away with a bruised ego and a sharpened soul than to keep your pride intact while staying exactly the same.
Let’s stop protecting our "rightness" and start protecting our growth.
Maybe it’s a coworker, a friend, or even a family member who says something like, “Actually, if you did it this way…” or “I think you missed a spot here.”
Suddenly, your mood shifts. You feel that heat rise in your chest, and you immediately start listing all the reasons why you just don’t like them.
But if we’re being brutally honest in the quiet moments, is it actually their personality… or is it that they just poked a hole in the "perfect" image we’ve worked so hard to build?
Let’s be real: correction feels like an attack when our identity is tied to being right. If I have to be the smartest or the most "together" person in the room, then you telling me I’m wrong isn’t just advice—it’s a threat to my whole foundation.
We label people as "annoying" or "condescending" because it’s a lot easier than admitting, "Ouch, they’re right, and I’m embarrassed I didn't see it first." We use dislike as a shield to protect our ego from the sting of growth.
The Bible is actually pretty hilarious about this because it doesn't sugarcoat it at all. Proverbs 12:1 basically says if you hate being corrected, you’re being... well, "stupid." (Yikes, right?)
But Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that "iron sharpens iron." Have you ever seen iron being sharpened? There are sparks, there’s friction, and it’s loud. It’s not a comfortable process, but it’s the only way to get a dull blade ready for battle.
Next time you feel that defensive wall going up, try asking yourself:
Is it the message or the messenger? If a person you actually liked said the exact same thing, would you still be this upset?
What am I afraid of losing? Am I afraid that if I’m wrong, I’m less valuable? (Reminder: Your value is already settled at the Cross. A mistake doesn't change your worth. )
Sometimes God sends people who rub us the wrong way specifically to smooth out our rough edges.
Don't let your ego cheat you out of your growth It’s okay to not be the expert. It’s okay to have room to grow.
It is far better to walk away with a bruised ego and a sharpened soul than to keep your pride intact while staying exactly the same.
Let’s stop protecting our "rightness" and start protecting our growth.
We’ve all had that person. 😶🌫️
Maybe it’s a coworker, a friend, or even a family member who says something like, “Actually, if you did it this way…” or “I think you missed a spot here.”
Suddenly, your mood shifts. You feel that heat rise in your chest, and you immediately start listing all the reasons why you just don’t like them.
🙅♀️
But if we’re being brutally honest in the quiet moments, is it actually their personality… or is it that they just poked a hole in the "perfect" image we’ve worked so hard to build? 🎈📌
Let’s be real: correction feels like an attack when our identity is tied to being right. 🏆 If I have to be the smartest or the most "together" person in the room, then you telling me I’m wrong isn’t just advice—it’s a threat to my whole foundation. 🧱🔨
We label people as "annoying" or "condescending" because it’s a lot easier than admitting, "Ouch, they’re right, and I’m embarrassed I didn't see it first." 📉 We use dislike as a shield to protect our ego from the sting of growth. 🛡️🥀
The Bible is actually pretty hilarious about this because it doesn't sugarcoat it at all. Proverbs 12:1 basically says if you hate being corrected, you’re being... well, "stupid." 📕🔥 (Yikes, right?)😂
But Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that "iron sharpens iron." ⚔️ Have you ever seen iron being sharpened? There are sparks, there’s friction, and it’s loud. 💥 It’s not a comfortable process, but it’s the only way to get a dull blade ready for battle. ⚔️🔥
Next time you feel that defensive wall going up, try asking yourself:
Is it the message or the messenger? 🗣️ If a person you actually liked said the exact same thing, would you still be this upset? 🧐
What am I afraid of losing? 📉 Am I afraid that if I’m wrong, I’m less valuable? (Reminder: Your value is already settled at the Cross. A mistake doesn't change your worth. ✝️👑)
Sometimes God sends people who rub us the wrong way specifically to smooth out our rough edges. 🎁✨
Don't let your ego cheat you out of your growth 🚀 It’s okay to not be the expert. It’s okay to have room to grow. 🌳
It is far better to walk away with a bruised ego and a sharpened soul than to keep your pride intact while staying exactly the same. 🩹🌟
Let’s stop protecting our "rightness" and start protecting our growth. 🕊️🙌
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