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Is saying I know to a compliment rude?
Rude. Saying, “I know,” does not show gratitude for the compliment — instead, it takes the compliment, and the person offering the compliment, for granted. Always, always, always thank someone who offers you a compliment. Think of a compliment as if it were a gift of attention, recognition, and appreciation.
What does it mean when someone can’t take a compliment?
Science tells us it’s a loop. There are three factors happening here, feeding into one another endlessly to make it hard to accept compliments: low self-esteem, cognitive dissonance, and high expectations. It goes like this: you don’t think much of yourself, for whatever reason. Either way, you have low self-esteem.
Why is complimenting yourself bad?
Negative Self-Thought It’s harmful to our self-esteem when others are cruel to us, or when society/the media tell us value lies in reaching unreachable standards. But true damage is done when we listen to those negative influences and start tearing ourselves down through comparing and engaging in negative self-talk.
Is saying ik rude?
“I know” can be rude if you are not using the right tone of voice.
Is it rude to not reply to a compliment?
It is no reflection on you, it is all on them. some people dont know how to respond to nice things, it might be shyness. it just makes them uncomfortable because they arent used to it. never mistake it as rudeness.
How do I genuinely accept a compliment?
How to Accept a Compliment
- “Thank you, it makes my day to hear that.”
- “I really put a lot of thought into this, thank you for noticing.”
- “Thank you, I really appreciate you taking the time to express that.”
- “Thank you, I am happy to hear you feel that way!”
What to say to someone who can’t take a compliment?
However, there are people who just can’t seem to take a compliment….Here are examples of a few ways you can take a compliment well:
- “Thank you. I’ve been practicing hard.”
- “Thanks so much! And I love your hair, too.”
- “Thanks, that’s so sweet of you to say.”
- “Really? Well I’ve always been an admirer of your work too!”
How do you respond to self praise?
Don’t make others embarrassed just because they praise you
- Don’t boomerang or “one up”
- Don’t dilute or overly downplay.
- Don’t ignore it.
- Don’t insult yourself.
- Express gratitude and keep it simple.
- Pay attention to your body language.
- Share–but don’t transfer–the credit.
- What to say after you express your gratitude.