I find it really hard accepting compliments, I never feel i'm worthy of them.
I'm working on that though.
How Do You Handle Compliments?
by smellsgood 21 Replies latest jw friends
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UnConfused
I don't know. Someone compliment me and we'll find out.
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Spectre
"Insightful and intelligent."
Ok, I'll take that one.
Waitaminute, I barely said anything. Are you messing with me?
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nvrgnbk
All of us are afraid and insecure, to a greater or lesser degree.
Young and old.
Men and women.
Take the compliment when you get it. Enjoy it. They are too few and far between.
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mavie
Smile and nod.
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AnnOMaly
I usually respond with something witty and self-depreciating. It sometimes backfires (when they turn out to be stupid responses instead of witty) and I get quizzical looks.
I should just smile and say 'thank you' like normal people.
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smellsgood
Unconfused, You are a genius with the grill!~~~~~and when you hit that high note in "My Heart Will Go On" it's like a million diamonds sparkling in the heavens!!
Spectre, huh-uh, come on you've made posts, and I've been here watching YOU for yeaaarrrs!!! :) I'm not yanking your chain,, you cool baby, you're cool!
I know, it does seem to feel like we never deserve or are unworthy, just knowing that maybe is a step in overcoming that feeling?? Besides, some compliments you really didn't do much but be born to receive it feels like -
Sad emo
I didn't used to take compliments well - I wasn't that good, I was scared of getting big-headed - I just had less than zero self-esteem.
Now I'm learning to accept them graciously, I smile and say 'thankyou' and most importantly - allow myself to feel good!
I can usually discern the genuine from the *polite* compliments nowadays too.
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smellsgood
Ann,
It sometimes backfires (when they turn out to be stupid responses instead of witty) and I get quizzical looks.
LOL! Same here. -
lonelysheep
I smile and say thank you. I realize people don't have to give them, and they are always appreciated!