44 deviants said Yes, always. Thoughtful opinions can really help.
8 deviants said If it's coming from a writer whose work I enjoy, sure.
5 deviants said Only if I've requested critiques. Otherwise, I don't really want to hear it.
5 deviants said No, never. I don't change my work based on what anyone else says.
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Even if I don't agree or don't 'respect' the writing of the commenter, it's always interesting to try on an opposing perspective and I'm bound to learn something about
the other person, me and my poem as a result, one way or another.
I am reluctant, though, to offer critique or critical comments if someone hasn't
specifically asked for it. Some people don't take it well at all (even when they do ask for it.
But... if someone whose work I respected wanted to offer me insight, I'd be always be very grateful.