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Tony St Pierre
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How Developers Grow from Feedback (Even When It Hurts)

What shifts when feedback stops feeling external and starts shaping who you are?

This week's reflection isn't about code style or syntax. It's about how we respond when the review hits closer to home. When the silence after a merge says more than the comments. When critique stops stinging because you've already seen it in yourself.

Day 141 to 147 explored:

  • Staying present when critique lands
  • Letting friction sharpen you
  • Leading without defense
  • Listening for what silence reveals
  • You act on what you've already internalized.

These aren't just habits. They're posture. The kind that changes how you show up on the commit and in the room.

If you're building more than features, if you're building yourself, this week's reflection is for you.

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Week 21 - Feedback as Growth

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