Quote by Barbara Sher

People have to face regrets. Becoming mature means learning to accept what you cannot change, facing unresolved sorrows and learning to love life as it really happens, not as you would have it happen. When someone attaches unkindness to criticism, she's angry. Angry people need to criticize as an outlet for their anger. That's why you must reject unkind criticism. Unkind criticism is never part of a meaningful critique of you. Its purpose is not to teach or to help, its purpose is to punish. Life isn't supposed to be an all or nothing battle between misery and bliss. Life isn't supposed to be a battle at all. And when it comes to happiness, well, sometimes life is just okay, sometimes it's comfortable, sometimes wonderful, sometimes boring, sometimes unpleasant. When your day's not perfect, it's not a failure or a terrible loss. It's just another day.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of accepting regrets and embracing the reality of life. It suggests that maturity involves understanding that there are circumstances beyond our control and making peace with them. The quote also highlights the significance of rejecting unkind criticism, explaining that it is often rooted in the critic's personal anger. It emphasizes that unkind criticism is not meant to guide or help, but rather to punish. Furthermore, the quote challenges the notion that life must be a constant battle of extreme emotions and reminds us that it consists of a variety of experiences, ranging from okay to wonderful to unpleasant, and that each day is simply another part of this diverse journey.