How do you react to being complimented?

Maverick

As Witnesses we were told to "be lowly of mind". And though the Corporation has no problem tooting its own horn, it was always in bad form for the RF to do that. As a business owner I know that self-promotion is essential for success. And, while keeping the embellishments to a minimum, it is important to project pride and self-confidance in ones abilities, and that the product or service provided is worth the price being asked. And though I mask it, I still find it hard to take compliments and praise. I have learned to be gracious, but inside I feel uncomforable.

How do you feel about compliments? Do you look to praise others? Are you distrustful of the kind words from others, thinking they have an ulterior motive? I try to live by Ben Franklin's expression,"I speak ill of no one, but tell all the good I know!" My one exception to that is the J-dud Masters, of course! Maverick

Prisca

I just smile sweetly, and say "thank you".

Mary

Usually not very well.........at least when it comes to physical appearance. Despite the fact that I'm overweight, I still get men hitting on me all the time.........pretty bizarre to say the least. I am totally embarrassed if someone tells me they think I'm pretty, so I usually try to laugh it off by saying something like ".......do you need to borrow money or something?" Dumb, dumb, dumb, I know.............this is thanks, in part, to the low self-esteem I developed early on in life, from being excluded from everything at school because of being part of the Borg.................Why couldn't my grandparents join a normal religion???

unclebruce

I usually take my quarter pounder and fries, say thanks and drive away.

Brummie

I have learned to be gracious, but inside I feel uncomforable.

I'm with you on this Maverick. I feel totally uncomfortable when I get complimented! (though I seldom try to do anything to get complimented for may I hasten to add)

Brummie