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The main criticism people have of me is, 'Why are you trying so hard? This guy's exhausting.' Yeah, I am! That's my way of trying to get love.

Don't be sensitive if I should, in future, seem brusque, harsh, or even unjust in my criticism. I sincerely hope I never shall be; but if I should, remember that fault-finding is perhaps both my privilege and my weakness, that correction is the only road to improvement, and that my quick temper and illness are entitled to some consideration.

After the last line of a poem, nothing follows except literary criticism.

I received a lot of criticism maybe because in England they are not accustomed to seeing a playmaker with my skills. Because I'm not a physical player but I think more about playing the ball.

There will always be criticism, but I remained calm and relaxed.

I take constructive criticism really well.

Criticism doesn't affect me. It just makes me want to be better.

I don't like reading good things about myself. With the criticism and the negative things, I always think that makes me better.

You will get criticism throughout your career. All the best players have had it at some stage, and they haven't let it ruin their careers. I won't, either.

I don't mind if a fan is constructive in his criticism, no problem at all.

Be patient, work hard and consistently, have faith in your writing, and don't be afraid to listen to constructive criticism.

The only criticism heard with any frequency of Elton John's first American album, 'Elton John,' was that the production was too grandiose. The melodies were superb, and lyrics frequently very good, and the performances flawless.

Owners sometimes think their dogs have already suffered so much that they couldn't possibly inflict any more criticism. Yet it's that very firm, effective training that would make those dogs happier and more secure.

A thoughtful piece of criticism by somebody who understands the context of what you are doing is a tremendous gift and honor to read, even if they don't completely embrace your work.

If you take everything personally and to heart, it will tear you apart. Take criticism, learn, adjust, and move on.

There was a lot of criticism in Boston that we weren't going to spend money on the Red Sox after we did the Liverpool transaction. Then there was the fear we wouldn't spend in Liverpool. Hopefully the fans of both clubs will eventually see what we see clearly - that there is nothing to fear from the existence of the other club.

In football you can take the praise when it comes, but you've got to be ready to take the criticism as well.

To pay attention to flattery or criticism is a waste of time for artists.

I don't think the United States has done anything whatsoever to merit any criticism by the British.

I was the first critic ever to win a Tony - for co-authoring 'Elaine Stritch at Liberty.' Criticism is a life without risk; the critic is risking his opinion, the maker is risking his life. It's a humbling thought but important for the critic to keep it in mind - a thought he can only know if he's made something himself.

As a songwriter, it's good to have criticism, and I like objective opinions.