There are people in your life you can never please no matter what you do.  There's always something wrong with you, with the world and with them.  Criticism is the way adults cry.  When we are in pain, nothing looks good or feels good, particularly those close to us.  We strike out because we cannot tune into what we are feeling.  Criticism is our way of saying something is wrong with us and we see it in you.  Do not take it personally when a loved one continuously criticizes.  They are never upset for the reason they say they are, and whatever it is, it is not your issue.  Do not strike back when you are criticized.  Remember, you are with someone who is in pain.  Be gentle with them, love them, gently ask them to talk to you about what they are really feeling. 

                                                                --  Iyanla Vanzant