“At any given moment, you can choose to follow the chain of thoughts, emotions, and sensations that reinforce a perception of yourself as vulnerable and limited, or to remember that your true nature is pure, unconditioned, and incapable of being harmed.”Mingyur Rinpoche
In a moment of criticism at work, you can choose to dwell on feelings of inadequacy and vulnerability, or remind yourself that your worth is inherent and unaffected by others' opinions. For example, when receiving negative feedback on a project, instead of spiraling into self-doubt, acknowledge the feedback as an opportunity for growth and learning, understanding that your core worth remains unharmed.
Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.
Proverbs 4:23 advises to guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. By choosing to focus on the inherent worth and purity of one's true nature, the individual is practicing wisdom in guiding their thoughts and emotions towards a positive and constructive perception of self.