Who does not love a compliment?
Almost everyone does, whether they want to admit it or not. We like it when someone compliments us at work or at home or even outdoors, telling us that we are doing a good job or looking good with what we wear or the way we behave. Most of us like to brush-off compliments and some of us feel that we do not deserve to receive compliments.
The giving and the receiving of compliments is an assertive skill. We all need to know how to receive compliments, which is by graciously thanking the person who offers them to us. A dismissive response is the worst way to receive a compliment, with a smirk or a sarcastic remark. This will not only hurt the feelings of the other person but it will leave an awful taste in your mouth. By responding assertively to a compliment given, you will be able to receive a compliment in a positive way.
Always be willing to receive praise and compliments in a positive way, that will make the other person feel good, this is the etiquette of a compliment. Thank the other person for his or her feedback, and always do it with a smile. A smile is the magic at the beginning of giving a compliment or when receiving one graciously. A smile comes from the heart and it does make the eyes light up, to brighten any type of day.
If a person does a job well and goes beyond what they are expected to do, they should be praised for their work ethic. If someone has made an effort to dress up for an occasion, at a time when no one really cares how they look, they need to be complimented. A compliment should not be used as a manipulative tool for flattery, only give compliments that are genuine.
Imagine the power you can give when offering a compliment. According to the dictionary a compliment is “an expression of esteem, affection, admiration and respect”. So, when you offer a friend, a colleague, a family member or even a stranger a compliment you are expressing your admiration and respect for what they have done or are doing at that instant.
A compliment is an instant gift that you receive when someone offers it to you and it can brighten the dullest of days. When you offer the gift of a compliment to someone, you are literally gifting them with positive vibes, that they can carry with them for the rest of the day.
Thank you for reading this article on the magic of a compliment. I hope that this inspires you to give the gift of a genuine compliment at least once a day to someone in your life. This article should also assist you in giving a positive response to the next person who offers you a compliment. Keep smiling, while giving and receiving compliments from the time you finish reading this piece.
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