Comments on: Assertiveness is Fun when You know How to Fog the Critic https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fogging-the-critic Career Success Solutions Guaranteed Thu, 01 Feb 2024 14:01:12 +0000 hourly 1 By: Karmic Ally https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3112 Thu, 19 Oct 2017 07:57:30 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3112 In reply to Reba Linker.

Putting the onus back on the critic is a good way to stop unnecessary criticism in its track and more importantly, it is a form of feedback to the critic to be more articulate so that the receiver is able to comprehend what is being said. Glad you liked the post, Reba.

]]> By: Reba Linker https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3111 Tue, 17 Oct 2017 17:06:15 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3111 I really appreciate this post, Vatsala. No matter how far past our acne years we may be, we still have to deal with critics and criticism. I really like your approach of putting the onus back on the critic to explain and elaborate their meaning.

]]> By: Karmic Ally https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3110 Tue, 17 Oct 2017 11:45:54 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3110 In reply to Jonita Dsouza.

Thanks Jonita. The best part is that it works!

]]> By: Jonita Dsouza https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3109 Tue, 17 Oct 2017 10:26:47 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3109 Such scenario is so common in workplace. Thank you for bringing awareness to this subject as it is not much talked about. I totally relate to passive-aggressive colleagues. Fogging seems to be a good take on it. I love the term ‘fogging’ .. such a beautiful metaphor .. easy to remember!

]]> By: Karmic Ally https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3108 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:45:34 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3108 In reply to Joyce Hansen.

I love the thought of putting the onus back on the other person to tell us what to do, Joyce. It would lead to a constructive dialogue or even better, stun the critic!

]]> By: Karmic Ally https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3107 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:44:30 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3107 In reply to Suzie Cheel.

Constructive feedback is always welcome but passive-aggressive behavior is a big No No, Suzie. It is scary to think there might be some truth in what the other person is saying but we wouldn’t hear it if it is coated in the wrong manner. I’m glad you liked the technique.

]]> By: Suzie Cheel https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3106 Sat, 14 Oct 2017 22:21:00 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3106 Just love the graphic Vatsala. Yes I remember that passive aggressive critic from past work life experience. How would I react now- first i would look to see if there was any truth in the statement- was there a mirror for me- scary but just maybe. If not I would use the fog techniques you described- love it xxx

]]> By: Joyce Hansen https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3105 Sat, 14 Oct 2017 13:40:38 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-3105 I think that when passive-aggressive behavior towards you first happens, it catches you by surprise and you don’t know how to respond. But, this fogging technique is a golden technique in how to respond. Agreeing (in part) with someone always takes the edge off of things, but asking the “what should I do?” put the onus back on them.

]]> By: Karmic Ally https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-857 Wed, 07 Jan 2015 17:03:42 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-857 In reply to Karen Lewis.

It is indeed a bad form of criticism, Karen, because it leaves the recipient wondering whether they have been criticized or if it is their imagination playing tricks. Thank God there is a technique to turn the tables and that too with dignity. Thanks for visiting my blog!

]]> By: Karen Lewis https://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-855 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 21:00:17 +0000 http://karmicallycoaching.com/fogging-the-critic/#comment-855 Passive aggressive communication is the worse– and sometimes when you call them on it they act all innocent. Uggh- i feel knots in my stomach just thinking about it.

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