We read plenty about parents criticizing or imposing their wills on their children all in the name of "for your own good."
You might also hear of something similar among adults, that someone habitually giving negative comments to you, also in the name of "for your own benefit" or "Truth be told."
To give due benefit of doubts, very often people don't realize the long lasting damaging effects of their negativity on their targets. A test was done on it. Such experience could shoot up one’s heartbeat by at least 20 points.
It might sound like exaggerating to say that those who are in the habit of giving negative comments are killing people, though all points to that end. It's essential to realize that things can become serious beyond salvage when negativity builds up internally.
If you are on the receiving end of negativity, perhaps you can try sharing my suggestions here. That is, tell people to change their focus from finding faults in you to helping you get better results, if they truly care. Or ask them for constructive suggestions and advice when they are on the verge of giving negative feedbacks.
It may not sound polite but sometimes you can try telling people to Shut up and mind their business.
Here's a Chinese saying for this situation: "恶语伤人六月寒" meaning: "Harsh words hurt like a chilling cold in June." That is, hurtful or even malicious words feel like an icy cold stabbing you in June. Never underestimate the power of negative words on people emotionally and psychologically, even in small doses, they can be potent beyond your limited imagination.