Quote by Fiona Apple

But I honestly don't read critics. My dad reads absolutely everything ever written about me. He calls me up to read ecstatic reviews, but I always insist that I can't hear them. If you give value to the good reviews, you have to give value to the criticism.

But I honestly don't read critics. My dad reads absolutely e

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes their lack of interest in reading critics' reviews. They reveal that their parent passionately follows and recites positive feedback about them, but the speaker deliberately avoids listening. The underlying belief conveyed here is that if one chooses to cherish and consider the praise, they must be equally attentive to critical evaluations. This implies an understanding that both positive and negative feedback should be acknowledged and given equal value, illustrating the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective.

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