"Help! I can't take a compliment!"
Woman's World|August 28, 2023
Accepting praise for your efforts boosts self-esteem and fosters deeper connections with others, but it isn't always easy. Here, simple ways to enjoy the kudos you deserve
"Help! I can't take a compliment!"

ID triggers
Pinpoint hidden 'whys'

Knowing why certain compliments make you shrink rather than shine will help you own your worth, says expert Liisa Kyle, PhD. "Maybe it's easy to receive acknowledgement about your work but not your appearance." Once you pinpoint patterns, focus on why you have difficulty with certain praise. "If you're self-conscious about your body, and someone compliments how you look, you may feel they're lying." Seeing your "compliment blind spots" helps you focus on what to address.

Ditch the guilt

"Women often fear accepting a compliment will appear arrogant," says expert Lisa Schuman. "But it tends to make people admire you more." Just knowing this eases guilt.

Curb knee-jerk replies

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