This document discusses how to handle workplace criticism by focusing on controlling one's mindset. It suggests that four factors can contribute to feeling hurt: the words spoken, the speaker's attitude, the speaker's situation, and one's own mindset. However, the only thing one can truly control is their own mindset. By becoming self-manifested, self-validated, and self-anchored rather than seeking approval, one can decide not to be hurt by others' opinions and stick to their purpose despite criticism.