Compliments are like candy for self-esteem, and you might be overdoing it. You shower your partner with praise, shower them with flowers via text, and whisper "I feel safe with you." Yet, despite all ...

The moment someone praises your talent or calls you inspiring, your stomach churns with an inexplicable dread—a physical ...

Compliments can reduce anxiety about talking to strangers and the potential for negative reactions, which can be a barrier to giving compliments. Compliments can also increase self-esteem and ...

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment.” I’ll admit it: I have a lot on my plate and on my mind. Among running my medical ...

Most children, when they hear a sincere compliment, feel pleased and proud. But sometimes compliments make kids cringe or even wish they could sink into the floor and disappear. Some children even ...

Some people - and I will admit I am one of them - just do not like getting compliments. But often immediately deflecting praise or trying to brush it off can end up hurting the feelings of the person ...

Let’s face it. We all need compliments on a regular basis. Leading isn’t easy. Working with other people can often be a challenge. The underlying stress of always having to manage and lead can take ...