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Do Compliments Make You Feel Awkward?— ( 7 Tips That Make It Easier)
What is your first thought when you’re complimented?
Does the compliment have a positive effect?
Do you get a sense of self-worth, recognition, and joy, or feel uneasy, reject it, downplay it, change the subject, or just shut down?¹
How are compliments positive?
From a positive point of view, compliments help people feel acknowledged, appreciated, and recognized, something we all need.
They can be a great way to make someone feel good and improve their performance, social interaction, and relationships.
Leaders also use compliments as powerful motivators. We are more inclined to follow and listen to those who are aware of and respect our accomplishments. Actions that get acknowledged are likely to be repeated.
Why do we feel negative about compliments?
The other side of receiving a compliment is how we see ourselves and our self-esteem.
Nearly 70% of people associate embarrassment or discomfort with recognition, according to Christopher Littlefield, founder of AcknowledgementWorks. He interviewed people from many different walks of life, including parking lot attendants, CEOs…
