desertwind

Do you like it when someone tells you:
"You did a great job", or
"You are a wonderful friend."
Most people do!

Most people feel that their efforts go unnoticed.
Most people feel under-loved.

So when you give them a compliment like:
"That is a stunning outfit!"
"You are an inspiring teacher."
"You have a beautiful smile!"
you light up their day - or their whole week.

Of course, some people are embarrassed by compliments.
They might even disagree with you.
But you can bet they appreciate your kind words -
they just don't know how to say, "thank you".
Compliment them anyway!

And here's the big bonus to giving compliments:
It makes YOU happier.

One key point on giving praise...

A compliment is different to flattery!
Flattery is insincere.
A compliment is SINCERE RECOGNITION of someone's qualities.
People know the difference.

Want to be happier?
Every day, aim to give one person a compliment.

IN A NUTSHELL

In life, you find what you look for.
If you look for good things, you find them.
If you look for faults, you find them.

Your happiness depends on what you DECIDE to notice.

- Andrew Matthews

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