Say what you want, but the skill of complimenting someone is a very subtle one.

From setting our expectations too high to being used to criticism, here are a few reasons why compliments may make us feel uncomfortable. Compliments are a way of showing appreciation. Be it for ...

I remember some compliments more than others. When I was 16, an achingly gorgeous girl told me I looked “hot” at a party. An affirming moment, right? Except, in truth, I was in the first phase of an ...

In a world that often focuses too much on appearances, giving non-physical compliments is like offering someone a little piece of genuine warmth. Whether it’s appreciating someone’s humor, kindness, ...

When you hear the word "compliment," it probably makes you think of all the sweet things that men say to their significant others, right? Well, listen up ladies, because compliments are a two-way ...

This sampling of anonymous comments posted via Greenwich Compliments on Facebook is pretty typical. As they show up in the newsfeeds of the group’s 2,700-plus members, it’s hard for people not to ...

Not all compliments are what they seem. Some are genuine reflections of who you are. Others are subtle contracts offered with a smile, but laced with expectation. Compliments can be disarming. They ...

On a recent weekday afternoon, Xuan Zhao popped into the post office shortly before it closed. The man helping her was incredibly patient and went out of his way to assist her with a pile of packages.

Why does receiving a compliment, intended to make us feel joy, often result in an instinctual reaction that makes us feel anything but? Comedian Amy Schumer humorously observed that many people have ...

Do you know how much time we spend at work? Literally a third of our lives. (Cue the tears.) That's almost 90,000 hours spent alongside your coworkers. And while you might love some (hi, work wifey!) ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. A sincere, thoughtful compliment can leave an impact even years later. What is it about compliments ...

Let’s face it. We all need compliments on a regular basis. Leading isn’t easy. Working with other people can often be a challenge. The underlying stress of always having to manage and lead can take ...