4 Zodiac Signs That Struggle with Criticism

Being criticized is not easy, but some signs just find it a lot more difficult. Personality traits are usually the reason behind this, and astrology opens a window to understand why some zodiac signs might find criticism more difficult to take than others. Here’s the article that analyzes the four zodiac signs that cannot stand criticism: their reactions and the reasons behind it.

1. Leo (July 23 – August 22)

The Proud Leader

Leos are full of charisma, have strong leadership qualities, and possess a pretty strong presence. Being natural-born leaders, they usually tend to have high self-esteem with a strong need for admiration. However, hidden under this vigorous cover is the very deep need for affirmation. Criticism, if publicized, may hurt the pride of Leos since criticism for them is defeat in person.

Why Leos Struggle with Criticism:

• Need for Appreciation: Criticism implies that strike at ego, as Leos thong recognition and praise.
• Public Opinion: Often they are much concerned about what people think of them. They will be embarrassed at the time of public criticism.
• Passionate: Leos are passionate persons about the work and criticism may be felt as a sentence that disapproves of the creativity too. Apprehend the feedback by positive reinforcement before giving the critique.

How to Handle Criticism with Leos:

• Apprehend the feedback by positive reinforcement before giving the critique.
• Constructive criticism in private and not at the time when they are going to be exposed publicly
• Feedback framed in a manner that helps him grow, emphasis on strength areas along with areas which require improvement

2. Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

The Sensitive Soul

On the one hand, cancers are ruled by the moon, hence often very emotional. Thus, it’s quite no surprise if they take criticism quite sensitively. Cancers are characterized by their nursing and empathizing qualities. However, as a rule, they tend to highly personalize the critique. When criticized, cancers may retreat into their shell in order to withdraw or even become defensive.

Why Cancers Struggle with Criticism:

• Emotional Sensitivity: Cancers are emotional personalities. Sometimes the critique turns overwhelming for them, and then the cause is emotional withdrawal.
• Fear of rejection-The criticism may well touch a very deep-rooted fear of rejection, particularly if the person criticizing them is important to them.”.
• Protective Nature: Cancers are fiercely protective of themselves and their loved ones, and criticism can feel like a personal attack.

How to Handle Criticism with Cancers:

• Speak the feedback in a tender, empathetic tone.
• Give constructive criticisms and also point out how they can also help them change in a better emotional or personal manner.
• Give them space and time to digest the feedback without waiting for an instantaneous response from them.

3. Aries (March 21 – April 19)

The Fiery Warrior

Aries are aggressive simply because they have Mars ruling them. The sign is action-packed, forceful, and full of energy. Because the sign thrives on challenge and competition, they can react very quickly, particularly when it comes to criticism. The instant they feel attacked, even though it might be constructive, their impulsive side takes over, and therefore, they lash out or become defensive.

Why Aries Struggle with Criticism:

• Impulsive: Aries are known to have short fuses and react instinctively whenever they feel they’re being blamed.
• Competitive Thirst: Criticism would appear to them like an opportunity against their skills and they may defend accordingly.
• Will to Win: As a cardinal sign, Aries may get buried by criticism.

How to Handle Criticism with Aries:

• Come straight to the point with your criticism. Individuals under this sun sign positively respond to the straight truth.
• Do not sugarcoat, but make criticism in such a way that points to improvement and winning.
• A need to be in control and fix the problem.

4. Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

The Stubborn Perfectionist

Taurus is very obstinate and tenacious. This helps make him a great achiever in life. At the same time, this has been noted to make him resistant to criticism. That is an important aspect that is deterrent to the aspirant making change. The Taurus appears to have much confidence in his way and does not readily hear dissenting voices, especially the one opposing his set method. He might be offensive or dismissive if he feels his efforts are not valued.

Why Taurus Struggles with Criticism:

• Stubbornness: Taurus is proud of their ability to be reliable and obstinate. And criticism may be seen as an attack on their personality.
• Desire for Security: They need stability and predictability in their lives and criticism disrupts their feeling of security.
• Changing unwilling: Taurus is a little unwilling to change; if the criticism asks him to shift in thinking, he hates to do that. It is something he rarely wants to do.

How to Handle Criticism with Taurus:

• Criticism should, therefore be regarded peacefully and rationally and truth not emotional.
• Appeal to their practicality by offering concrete examples and solutions.
• Let them ponder over the details presented; at times, they require time to think before the criticism sunk into their subconscious for them to react positively.

How Other Zodiac Signs Handle Criticism

It is true that these four zodiacs may not take the criticism well enough, but it does not exempt other people. Every one of them has the way to handle the criticism given in a different way; from the adjustable nature of Gemini up to Virgo who might need some analysis to determine his response. That alone may say a lot about communication by understanding how every sign reacts to the criticism.

Signs That Handle Criticism Well:

• Virgo: Analysis is their game, and Virgos see criticism as a means of self-improvement. However, in the minute print, they are too hard on themselves.
• Libra: Librans are diplomats, and they take the criticism rather graciously, though at times they tend to assimilate the criticism toward the striving for balance and harmony.
• Capricorn: As a Capricorn is practical and goal-oriented, he would most likely take criticism as a way to improve him, though through making him live up to his potential standards.

Signs That Are Indifferent to Criticism:

• Aquarius: Aquarians, being independent-minded, are least influenced by criticism. They often beat to their own drum and respect their individuality.
• Sagittarius: The Sagittarians are very optimistic and cheerful. Although they do not take much things seriously related to themselves, they would rather wish to be more positive.