I know I’m doing well when I start to disagree with therapy-speak posts on social media. The trouble now is that I disagree with a lot of things and find it difficult to articulate why. A dear friend (you may read her captivating newsletter here) responded to my concern by saying, “We know how to be nice to people, but we’re not taught how to criticise well.” Every roadblock I’ve hit of late, in academic writing especially, has been a result of this inarticulation and the temptation to resort to a rushed, offhanded comment instead of really considering the matter at hand. Pettiness is useless, offers no critique, and pinches at the gut. I am trying to figure out how to get there.
Words, clear like crystal. Just as delicately perfect. I love this. I'm also very giddy about being a part of this issue.