Criticism

Constructive,rude, hurtful... helpful? When talking about criticism, when is enough, enough?

We all wonder what others think about us, or about our work, or even about our new shoes. However, where is the line that shouldn't be crossed when it comes to telling others what you think? Some people seem to believe that there isn't a line at all. That tongues should never be held, that critical remarks should be released at will, regardless of how it may affect others. Is this really the society we've raised? A society where it's perfectly acceptable to be as rude as you want without a second thought at what distress or hurt it may cause? I'd hate to think so. Do unto to others as you want them to do unto you, right? No one ever really asks to be criticized. It's not something that people are fond of receiving. So why do they feel the need to force it upon others? Our society has become a world of constant personal gain. We put others down in an attempt to get ahead ourselves. It's as if by calling someone else ugly, it makes us more appealing. Or by talking bad about a fellow employee, one is suddenly a better person for the job. Criticizing or putting down another won't make you better , it'll just make you seem like an asshole. Insecurities in our own lives force us to make others feel insecure as well. We've all been the "bully on the playground" at one time or another. Most hide behind they're hurtful words by pretending that they do it for the better good. As if by telling another how awful they are, they're actually really helping them. In all honesty, it makes things worse. If you're not saying anything helpful, then keep your mouth shut and everyone will be better off.
Especially if they didn't ask for it.