Compliments
No person is so
poor that he cannot give a compliment - nor so rich that he cannot accept one.
Don't forget that
appreciation is always appreciated.
It's so easy to
vent our frustrations on others when things go wrong. Sometimes we blame others
for our own shortcomings, especially in spontaneous situations. The sharp
retort is never more present than among those we love the most. Spouses and
family often bear the brunt of each others anger to an extent not felt in our
other relationships. We always hurt the ones we love...as the saying goes.
What about the
other side of the coin? What's so difficult about being complimentary? A
compliment is defined as; an expression of esteem, respect, affection or admiration;
a flattering remark, formal and respectful recognition, best wishes, etc. That
covers a lot of territory when applied to human relationships. It's obvious
that almost everyone is in line to receive a compliment once in a while.
The word
complimentary means "given free as a courtesy or favor." Giving a
compliment doesn't cost us anything...it's free. Let's hand out more compliments.
"My you are looking well today." "I do appreciate your keeping my newspaper dry when it
rains." "Honey, that was a lovely meal you prepared tonight."
(applies to either gender). "Your mother and I are very proud of your
academic efforts." "Your courtesy is appreciated."
You don't need to
search for reasons to be complimentary - they're all around you. You just have
to be more aware. Perhaps you feel that our society is not offering many
opportunities for us to be complimentary to each other? Well, if we all offer
just one extra compliment a day beyond our average, we might just effect an
astonishing change in the way we relate to each other, and remember...your
average will compound.
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