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People are sometimes stubborn - Idayu
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People are sometimes stubborn - Idayu

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Malaysian singer Idayu Yaakob criticized people who are stubborn and refuse to accept feedback.
  • She stated that some individuals believe they are always right, even when they are mistaken.
  • Her comments were shared on Threads and received reactions from fellow artists.

Malaysian singer Idayu Yaakob has voiced her frustration with individuals who exhibit stubbornness and an unwillingness to accept constructive criticism. The 41-year-old artist shared her thoughts on the social media platform Threads, addressing a common behavioral trait she observes.

Many cannot accept criticism because people are sometimes stubborn and feel that everything they do is right and good.

โ€” Idayu YaakobThe singer's observation on why people resist feedback.

"Many cannot accept criticism because people are sometimes stubborn and feel that everything they do is right and good," Idayu explained. She elaborated on this by stating, "They have 100 percent knowledge in their hearts, even though it's only 2 percent. Please!"

While Idayu did not direct her comments at any specific person or situation, her remarks were intended as a general observation and open critique. The singer, known for her song "Ganti Diriku," expressed her hope that people would be more receptive to feedback.

They have 100 percent knowledge in their hearts, even though it's only 2 percent. Please!

โ€” Idayu YaakobThe singer's sarcastic remark about individuals who overestimate their own understanding.

The post garnered attention from fellow artists, including Saiful Apek, who commented on the thread. Saiful Apek offered his own perspective, advising, "Be a smart person who pretends to be stupid, not a stupid person who pretends to be smart. Don't feel smart, but rather be smart enough to feel. It's better to be not smart than to act smart."

Be a smart person who pretends to be stupid, not a stupid person who pretends to be smart. Don't feel smart, but rather be smart enough to feel. It's better to be not smart than to act smart.

โ€” Saiful ApekA fellow artist's response offering advice on humility and self-awareness.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.