I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses.

Johannes Kepler
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Throughout life, we are often subjected to criticism from people who do not know us or what is best for us. This type of criticism is often unwarranted and unfair. The only problem is, it’s all too easy to let the opinions of others determine our choices. But, as one author said, “I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses.”

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