The BSSG Series - #4 of 20

Ever met someone who seems unshakable in the face of criticism? They don’t get defensive. They don’t crumble. They simply listen, assess, and move forward. That’s what I call a Magic Unicorn — someone who can view feedback objectively instead of personally. When you’re in a “Black Sheep” situation — where your ideas, values, or style might not fit the norm — this skill is pure gold.

Because when feedback feels harsh or dismissive, it’s easy to slip into self-doubt. But confidence isn’t about never being questioned. It’s about knowing your worth well enough to separate what’s yours to own from what’s theirs to project.

The Magic Unicorn mindset lets you say:
- “Is there truth in this?” instead of “What’s wrong with me?”
- “What can I learn?” instead of “How could they say that?”
- “Thanks for the data.” instead of “Ouch.”

It’s not easy — it takes practice. The more you strengthen it, the more it becomes your default reaction, and the more unshakable your confidence becomes.

Try this next time you get feedback:
⭢ Pause before reacting.
⭢ Ask yourself: Is this information, interpretation, or projection?
⭢ Then decide — calmly and confidently — what to take and what to release.

Because maintaining your confidence doesn’t mean ignoring feedback. It means learning to see it through the eyes of a Magic Unicorn.