Learning to take a compliment is something that we struggle with our whole lives. As children we hear about how pretty/strong/tall/happpy we are from strangers, and most of us would blush and hide behind the nearest parent. As adults we seem to find the quickest excuse as to why the compliment isn't true! Don't believe me? Does this scenario sound familiar...
Complimentor: " Wow! You look great! New workout plan?"
Self: "Really? No, check out this big zit, and I feel like a total cow this week!"
We all do it! Denying someone the pleasure of giving a compliment makes everyone involved feel bad! Learn to take a compliment! Say "thank you" and be done.
One of the greatest mood boosters we can do for ourselves, is give someone else and HONEST compliment! It doesn't have to be about looks, or clothes, it can be about something a coworker did, "hey- I really liked the way you handled that guy when he yelled at you- you should teach lessons on patience!" It makes you feel great because you know they are appreciative of being noticed for something good.
So here's your tip/task for the week! Give an honest compliment every day. And, when you get a compliment, accept it politely and say thank you. Remember, you don't have to give one back. Just take it and run! :)
And by the way.... Great shoes! :>P
Complimentor: " Wow! You look great! New workout plan?"
Self: "Really? No, check out this big zit, and I feel like a total cow this week!"
We all do it! Denying someone the pleasure of giving a compliment makes everyone involved feel bad! Learn to take a compliment! Say "thank you" and be done.
One of the greatest mood boosters we can do for ourselves, is give someone else and HONEST compliment! It doesn't have to be about looks, or clothes, it can be about something a coworker did, "hey- I really liked the way you handled that guy when he yelled at you- you should teach lessons on patience!" It makes you feel great because you know they are appreciative of being noticed for something good.
So here's your tip/task for the week! Give an honest compliment every day. And, when you get a compliment, accept it politely and say thank you. Remember, you don't have to give one back. Just take it and run! :)
And by the way.... Great shoes! :>P
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