***Criticism as Appreciation By Judi Moreo
People hear the word “criticism” and they almost automatically flinch. Their hearts beat a little faster and they prepare themselves for the worst. It’s a safe bet that those same people never looked up synonyms for the word “criticism.” If they did, they’d see words like appreciation, appraisal and observation; none of which carry the same negative connotation. Who doesn’t want their work to be appreciated? There is great value in the appreciation of a work. Think about the