There are many among us who don’t understand how to accept compliments. Instead of giving a proper response in few cases, we end up insulting the person inadvertently to an extent of hurting him.
Have you ever thought why such a nice thing as compliment becomes tough to accept? Why do we falter with words? Why do we often end up rejecting it? One of the key reasons may be that we are taught to be humble since our childhood and never arrogant or rude to others.
Whenever you reject the compliment, you actually cause more harm than good, both to you and to the person who was sweet enough to give you compliments.
After all, a compliment is a gift and one shouldn’t turn down gifts. Doing so is extremely insulting and it shows that you don’t value them as much as they value you.
The thumb rule says that whenever you receive a compliment, you should humbly and simply say ‘Thank You’. You can also add ‘Thank You, I appreciate your kind words of praise’. This way when you accept compliments, you actually end up showing gratitude for the kind remarks of the person and let them not go in vain.
In case there is someone who compliments you along with your entire team, acknowledge the same and mention that you’ll pass down the compliments to the other members of the team. Also mention that the project could never have been completed had it not been for their support. This will make your team members feel good.
If a person raises a glass as a toast to you, the right protocol is to just nod your head and give a pleasant smile. Don’t just pick your glass and drink with the others after the toast is raised. This will seem more like giving a pat n your back and giving a compliment to yourself. When everyone takes a sip, stand and give a toast in return.
You have to remember that your body language also speaks a lot. Watch your body language when you accept compliments. Avoid keeping your arms crossed, eye downwards or postures that are too casual.
These postures will send wrong messages as they all mean disinterest. Instead you should try to lean forward, look at the compliment-giver in the eyes and smile when you say ‘thank you’.
There are times when you may feel like out-complimenting, more so when a compliment is coming from someone whom you admire and respect. In case you have the urge of out-complimenting the praise given by someone, fight it out. Try to embrace the moment with grace and be grateful for the praises that you are given.
When you want to be graceful about receiving a compliment, don’t give responses like ‘What makes you think so?’ or ‘Oh God, are you sure?’
Compliments are not just something that is likeable but there are times when they also help in breaking the ice between two people. Compliments are the nicest and kindest gestures that make your tummies feel a little weak. They are signs of adoration which come in any form of appreciation.
When this comes from a person who is dear to you, you’ll definitely feel butterflies in your stomach. But how will you respond to such compliments? What are the different ways of wishing ‘thank you’? Here are few ways.
Therefore, if you have already received too many compliments from your near and dear ones that keep you moving forward, you should know how to respond gracefully. Keep in mind all the above listed message ideas while thanking them.
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