Too often, complaint is not about principled objection on moral grounds, but opportunistic objection on grounds of self-interest. To rectify this, we need to work on mastering the art of complaint.
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There are times in life when, instead of complaining, you do something about your complaints.
Every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration. Constructive criticism is not only to be expected but sought.
Had we not faults of our own, we should take less pleasure in complaining of others.
Sometimes the things we have to do are objectionable in the eyes of others.
A complaint is a chance to turn a customer into a lifelong friend. I say that seriously, not as some press release baloney.
Self criticism must be my guide to action, and the first rule for its employment is that in itself it is not a virtue, only a procedure.
Constructive complaint requires only two things: that what you are complaining about should be different, and that it can be different. It sounds simple, but too often our protests fail this test.
My opinions and principles are subjects of just criticism. I put myself before the public voluntarily.
Being able and willing to complain is what makes us rational and moral animals, capable of seeing and articulating the difference between how things are and how they should be.
Instead of being critical of people in authority over you and envious of their position, be happy you're not responsible for everything they have to do. Instead of piling on complaints, thank them for what they do. Overwhelm them with encouragement and appreciation!
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