Start Accepting Compliments
Summary
- When considering compliments, it is crucial to accept them graciously; if you don't, it's like a form of punishment for the person giving the praise, and they might be hesitant to compliment you again in the future.
- Trevor helped me understand that the act of refusing a compliment can have negative consequences, as it could lead to fewer compliments in the long run.
- The moment Trevor shared this insight, I realized I've made the mistake of not accepting compliments well. It's a challenging thing to learn but important nonetheless.
- Learning to receive a compliment is a skill we often overlook but need to cultivate, as it not only affirms the kindness of the giver but also helps to foster positive interactions and relationships.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest learning to accept compliments graciously as a first step. It doesn't cost you anything, and it's easy to do. When someone praises you, simply smile, say "Thank you," and maybe mention something you appreciate about their notice. This will make people feel good for complimenting you and they'll want to do it again.
Another thing I'd recommend is paying attention to how you react to praise. If you catch yourself downplaying or rejecting a compliment, stop and remind yourself to just accept it. It might feel strange at first if you're not used to it, but the more you practice, the easier it gets. Remember, it's an important skill for building better relationships with others.
To help with this, you can practice with a friend or even in front of a mirror. Say out "Thank you, I'm glad you noticed," and see how it feels. The more you do it, the more natural it will become. It's a small change that can have a big impact on how people interact with you.
By working on accepting compliments, you're not only being kinder to the person giving them, but you're also fostering an environment where positive feedback is welcomed and valued. This is a crucial step for personal growth and for maintaining a positive atmosphere whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or anyone interested in self-improvement.
Quotes by Leila Hormozi
"when you think about like praising people it's like if somebody doesn't accept it you punish them and they don't want to praise you again"
– Leila Hormozi
"the importance of accepting a compliment is dangerous not to"
– Leila Hormozi
"cuz people will never compliment you again"
– Leila Hormozi
"and the moment he told me I was like oh my god I've done that"
– Leila Hormozi
"it's hard to take compliments yeah you don't know how to accept it yeah"
– Leila Hormozi
Full Transcript
when you think about like praising people it's like if somebody doesn't accept it you punish them and they don't want to praise you again Trevor explained that to me he was like the importance of accepting a compliment is dangerous not to and I was like why he's like cuz people will never compliment you again and the moment he told me I was like oh my god I've done that it's hard to take compliments yeah you don't know how to accept it yeah
