> It's really hard to give any kind of critique that benefits someone without them and everyone around them being offended. These days, now that people define

> It's really hard to give any kind of critique that benefits someone without them and everyone around them being offended. These days, now that people define themselves, people will have their identities wrapped up in the things they make and do. In that case, I'm not sure there's a simple way to keep things from getting personal. That's a job for a rabbi, priest, pastor, mentor, or counselor, not a boss or coworker. See also: discussing politics, money, diet, weight, etc. And, yes, I'm disappointed to come to that conclusion. It seems to mean that we have to continually "handle", patronize, and manipulate people for the greater good. I'd rather treat everyone with respect and transparency. I also think I'm not particularly good at dissembling.