"In 35 years of being in the media, I've had all this mud flung at me many, many times. It's not the first time. It's nothing unusual. I've been through it all before and the best way to deal with it is not to read them"
- Delia Smith
About this Quote
Delia Smith, who has invested more than 3 decades in the media, seems to have grown a thick skin to handle the criticism that typically comes with remaining in the spotlight. She acknowledges that negative remarks and mudslinging are a common occurrence for public figures such as herself. She suggests that the very best way to deal with such criticism is to not internalize it and not read the negative remarks. It shows that she has developed the emotional maturity and durability required to endure in the media. By not letting criticism bring her down, she can preserve her concentrate on her work and continue to succeed.
"Don't lower your expectations to meet your performance. Raise your level of performance to meet your expectations. Expect the best of yourself, and then do what is necessary to make it a reality"
"The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom"
