I think feedback can be a very good way for a person/writer to see what they excel in and where they need to improve. While negative feedback can feel somewhat upsetting, it is the supplemental information provided with it that can help to improve a work. Constructive criticism can, at times, be a better drive towards improvement than positive feedback in some cases.
I remember a time where I had to print two copies of a paper to hand to two differnt people for peer reviews. Interestingly enough, the same phrase I had used was commented upon by the two on both of the copies. While one just circled the phrase and said "This doesnt look right," the other provided me with why and some examples for restructuring. I was hurt by the first, but influenced by the latter into fixing my error.
It is because of this example that complells me to use my comments this semester as honestly and as helpful as I can to help my peers. I can only hope to get a similar response from them also.
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